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- Dictionaryagainst/əˈɡɛnst/
preposition
- 1. in opposition to: "the fight against crime" Similar Opposite
- 2. in anticipation of and preparation for (a problem or difficulty): "he gritted his teeth against the pain" Similar
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Learn the meaning and usage of the preposition against in English. Find out how to use it to express opposition, contact, direction, protection, and more.
- Traditional
AGAINST translate: 反對, 反對;與…相反, 接觸, 緊貼著;緊靠著;倚在,...
- English (US)
AGAINST meaning: 1. disagreeing with a plan or activity: 2....
- Against: Arabic Translation
AGAINST translate: ضِدّ, يُلامِس. Learn more in the...
- Against The Clock
AGAINST THE CLOCK definition: 1. If you do something against...
- Portuguese Translation
AGAINST translate: contra, contra, contra, sobre, em,...
- Simplified
AGAINST translate: 反对, 反对;与…相反, 接触, 紧贴着;紧靠着;倚在,...
- Against in Spanish
AGAINST translate: contra, en contra de, contra, contra,...
- The Odds/Against All Odds
AGAINST (ALL) THE ODDS/AGAINST ALL ODDS definition: 1. If...
- Traditional
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If you are against something such as a plan, policy, or system, you think it is wrong, bad, or stupid. Taxes are unpopular–it is understandable that voters are against them. Joan was very much against commencing drug treatment. ...a march to protest against job losses.
Learn the meaning and usage of the preposition against in English. See how to use it to express disagreement, competition, touch, protection, opposite direction, and more.
Learn the meaning and usage of the preposition against in English, with examples, synonyms, and translations. Find out how to use against in different contexts, such as opposition, contact, contrast, or preparation.