antislavery

adjective
/ˌæntiˈsleɪvəri/

Meaning

Opposed to the practice or system of slavery.

Example Sentences

The antislavery movement gained momentum in the 19th century.

Synonyms

abolitionist, emancipationist, freedom-seeking

Antonyms

proslavery, supportive of slavery

Collocations

antislavery campaign, antislavery law, antislavery movement, antislavery activists

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