Pronunciation: /ænˈtiːfə/

Definitions of Antifa

noun a political protest movement comprising autonomous groups affiliated by their militant opposition to fascism and other forms of extreme right-wing ideology

Example Sentences

A1 Antifa is a group that opposes fascism.

A2 Many people have different opinions about Antifa.

B1 Antifa activists often participate in protests against far-right groups.

B2 There has been controversy surrounding the tactics used by Antifa.

C1 Antifa has been criticized for their use of violence in protests.

C2 The origins and goals of Antifa are complex and multifaceted.

adjective pertaining to or characteristic of Antifa

Example Sentences

A1 I heard about Antifa protests on the news.

A2 Some people view Antifa as a controversial group.

B1 Antifa activists are known for their anti-fascist beliefs.

B2 The Antifa movement has gained attention for its opposition to far-right ideologies.

C1 Antifa tactics have been debated among politicians and scholars.

C2 The Antifa movement has been both praised and criticized for its methods of protest.

Examples of Antifa in a Sentence

formal Antifa is a loosely organized group of activists who oppose fascism and white supremacy.

informal I heard that Antifa is planning a protest downtown tomorrow.

slang Some people think Antifa is just a bunch of troublemakers.

figurative The rise of Antifa is like a response to the growing threat of far-right extremism.

Grammatical Forms of Antifa

plural

Antifas

comparative

more Antifa

superlative

most Antifa

present tense

is Antifa

future tense

will be Antifa

perfect tense

has been Antifa

continuous tense

is being Antifa

singular

Antifa

positive degree

very Antifa

infinitive

to be Antifa

gerund

being Antifa

participle

Antifa

Origin and Evolution of Antifa

First Known Use: 1932 year
Language of Origin: German
Story behind the word: Antifa is a shortened form of 'anti-fascist' in English, derived from the German word 'Antifaschistische'.
Evolution of the word: The term Antifa was first used in Germany in the 1930s to describe various left-wing groups opposing the rise of fascism. It gained more widespread recognition in the United States in recent years, particularly in response to the resurgence of far-right movements.