It is often used to describe a difficulty encountered when people with sharply contrasting viewpoints are attempting (and failing) to discuss a topic.
[1][2] In other words, when one is debating with another, there may be a baffling disconnect despite one's apparent understanding of the argument.
Despite the apparently sufficient understanding to formulate counter-arguments, the mind of the debater does not allow him to be swayed by that knowledge.
Antiprocess occurs because: The ramifications of these factors are that people can be engaged in a debate sincerely, yet the appearances suggest that they are not.
This can lead to acrimony if neither party is aware of antiprocess and does not adjust his or her debating style accordingly.