adjective
- opposed to or working against the separation of people by race, ethnicity, or other characteristics, especially in public institutions and facilities
Usage: commonly used in historical and social contexts, particularly regarding civil rights movements
Examples
- The antisegregation movement gained momentum during the 1950s and 1960s.
- Antisegregation activists fought for equal access to schools and public services.
- Many antisegregation leaders were arrested for their peaceful protests.
- The antisegregation stance challenged long-standing discriminatory laws.
- Antisegregation efforts led to landmark Supreme Court decisions.
- Civil rights organizations promoted antisegregation policies in their communities.