Antisocial: meaning, definitions and examples

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antisocial

[ ˌæntiˈsoʊʃəl ]

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behavior

Opposed or hostile to the well-being of society; unwilling or unable to associate in a normal or friendly way with other people.

Synonyms

reclusive, unsociable, withdrawn

Examples of usage

He was always quiet and antisocial at parties.
The antisocial behavior of the teenagers worried the neighbors.
She preferred to work alone, displaying antisocial tendencies.

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personality disorder

A personality disorder characterized by a long-standing pattern of disregard for other people's rights, often accompanied by aggressive behavior without remorse.

Synonyms

criminal, psychopathic, sociopathic

Examples of usage

The psychiatrist diagnosed him with antisocial personality disorder.
People with antisocial traits may have difficulty forming close relationships.
Antisocial individuals may engage in criminal activities.

Translations

Translations of the word "antisocial" in other languages:

🇵🇹 antissocial

🇮🇳 असामाजिक

🇩🇪 antisozial

🇮🇩 antisosial

🇺🇦 антисоціальний

🇵🇱 antyspołeczny

🇯🇵 反社会的 (はんしゃかいてき)

🇫🇷 antisocial

🇪🇸 antisocial

🇹🇷 antisosyal

🇰🇷 반사회적 (반사회적인)

🇸🇦 معادي للمجتمع

🇨🇿 antisociální

🇸🇰 antisociálny

🇨🇳 反社会 (fǎn shèhuì)

🇸🇮 antisocialen

🇮🇸 andfélagslegur

🇰🇿 антисоциалды

🇬🇪 ანტისოციალური

🇦🇿 antisosial

🇲🇽 antisocial

Word origin

The term 'antisocial' originated in the mid-18th century, combining 'anti-' meaning against or opposed to, and 'social' relating to society or companionship. It was initially used in the context of social behavior and later evolved to include psychological aspects. The concept of antisocial behavior has been studied extensively in psychology, sociology, and criminology.