antiliberalism
- noun
- /ˌæntiˈlɪbərəlɪzəm/
- Some political movements promote antiliberalism as a response to globalization and economic inequality.
Examples
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Debates about antiliberalism often center on the role of government in regulating the economy.
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The rise of antiliberalism has influenced many countries to adopt more restrictive trade policies.
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The rise of antiliberalism is concerning for global trade.
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Many economists warn against antiliberalism in developing countries.
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The rise of antiliberalism has prompted governments to reconsider their approaches to free trade and market deregulation.
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Many political analysts argue that antiliberalism is gaining traction as populist movements grow around the world.
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In recent years, antiliberalism has shaped the policies of several nations, leading to increased government intervention in the economy.
Synonyms
A belief or movement against a system where businesses make money for private owners
Antonyms
- Formal
A way of running an economy that lets businesses compete with little government control
How Opposed
- Formal
Surface Forms
Morphology
antiliberalism = liberalism (transparent) = anti + liberal + ism
The word is a straightforward opposition to 'liberalism' formed by the productive prefix 'anti-'.
Etymology
Antiliberalism comes from anti- meaning 'against', liberal from a root meaning 'free', as in liberty, and the ending -ism showing a belief or movement. So antiliberalism can mean being against economic forms of liberalism, for example free markets, less regulation, or privatization.