antigay

[ an-tee-gey, an-tahy- ]

adjective

1. opposed or hostile to gay people or to gay rights, communities, organizations, etc.

Word History and Origins

Origin of antigay¹

First recorded in 1965–70; anti- + gay

Example Sentences

Politicians at the highest levels of the Venezuelan government are hurling antigay slurs and accusing each other of being gay.

From The Daily Beast

Charlus' physical bravery is Proust's refutation of an ancient antigay stereotype.

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It is neither pro-choice nor pro-life; neither pro-NRA nor pro-gun control; neither pro-equality nor antigay.

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With its antigay policies, Scouting is wrong and Scouting is unjust.

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The news of the Boy Scouts of America reconsidering its antigay stances is encouraging.

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