Vocabulary Related to 'Anti'
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Vocabulary Related to 'Anti'

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What is an antidote?

  • A computer program
  • A type of medicine for disease (correct)
  • A type of antiviral therapy
  • A type of antibiotic
  • What does antivirus software do?

    It removes viruses from a computer.

    What is an antibiotic?

    A medicine that kills viruses without harming the body.

    What is the function of an antibody?

    <p>It goes against the antigen.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does antibacterial mean?

    <p>It goes against bacteria.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the definition of antithesis?

    <p>The direct opposite, a sharp contrast.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an anticlimax?

    <p>A change from a serious subject to a disappointing one.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does antipathy mean?

    <p>Strong dislike.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does antisocial refer to?

    <p>Someone who is against being social.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does anticoagulant do?

    <p>Prevents or delays blood clotting.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does antiseptic mean?

    <p>Clean, sterile.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is antifreeze used for?

    <p>To keep water from freezing.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does antihistamine do?

    <p>It counteracts histamine in the body.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does antinuclear refer to?

    <p>Opposed to nuclear energy or weapons.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does antitrust mean?

    <p>Laws designed to promote competition and prevent monopolies.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does antiballistic refer to?

    <p>Designed to counteract ballistic missiles.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a prefix?

    <p>A group of letters attached to the beginning of a word.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does ANTI mean?

    <p>Against or opposite of.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    • Antidote: Medicine that counteracts a disease.
    • Antivirus: Software designed to eliminate computer viruses and protect devices.
    • Antibiotic: Medication that destroys harmful bacteria without harming the host.
    • Antibody: Protein produced by the immune system to neutralize pathogens like antigens.
    • Antibacterial: Agent that inhibits or kills bacteria.
    • Antithesis: A concept that represents a stark contrast to another idea.
    • Anticlimax: A transition from a significant theme to a less exciting one.
    • Antipathy: A strong feeling of dislike or aversion towards something.
    • Antisocial: Refers to behaviors or individuals that prefer solitude or avoid social interactions.
    • Anticoagulant: Substance that prevents or slows down the coagulation of blood.
    • Antiseptic: Products used to clean and sterilize to prevent infection.
    • Antifreeze: A liquid added to water to lower its freezing point, protecting engine fluids in cold weather.
    • Antihistamine: Medication used to counteract the effects of histamine in allergic reactions.
    • Antinuclear: Typically refers to opposition against nuclear weapons or energy.
    • Antitrust: Laws and regulations aimed at promoting fair competition and preventing monopolies.
    • Antiballistic: Technologies or measures designed to counteract ballistic missiles.
    • Prefix: A set of letters at the start of a word that modifies its meaning.
    • Anti: A prefix meaning against, opposed to, or counteracting something.

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    Test your knowledge of vocabulary words related to the prefix 'anti.' This quiz covers various terms, including their meanings and uses in different contexts. Enhance your language skills by learning how these words apply in medicine, technology, and everyday life.

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