antislavery

American  

[an-tee-sley-vuh-ree, -sleyv-ree, an-tahy-] / ˌæn tiˈsleɪ və ri, -ˈsleɪv ri, ˌæn taɪ- /

noun

1. opposition to slavery.

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adjective

1. of or relating to antislavery.

   The antislavery movement in the United States gained momentum in the early 19th century.

antislavery British  

/ ˌæntɪˈsleɪvərɪ /

adjective

1. opposed to slavery, esp slavery of Black people

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Etymology

Origin of antislavery

An Americanism dating back to 1810–20; anti- + slavery

Example Sentences

The antislavery movement was central to Seward’s career.

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He inspired antislavery activists and was permanently tagged as a dangerous radical.

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Although Seward and his wife, Frances, shared antislavery convictions, his career imposed great stress on their relationship.

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Cassius Marcellus Clay was long remembered by local black families as a fierce antislavery champion, even though, paradoxically, he continued to own slaves and freed almost none until he was compelled to do so by the 13th Amendment.

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His conversion to the antislavery cause came suddenly.

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