antislavery

/ˌæntɪsˈleɪvəri/

Definitions

1. adjective

opposed to or relating to the abolition of slavery

“The politician was a vocal advocate for antislavery reforms in the 19th century.”

2. noun

the movement or doctrine opposing slavery

“The antislavery movement gained momentum in the years leading up to the Civil War.”

3. adverb

in opposition to slavery

“The antislavery activists worked tirelessly to end the slave trade.”

Synonyms

  • abolitionist
  • antislavism

Antonyms

  • pro-slavery
  • pro-slavism