English to Spanish Meaning of against - en contra

Against :
en contra

en contra, con, contrariamente a, en oposición a, a cambio de, contra, a, por el bien de, porque, con respecto a, por cuenta de

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Definitions of against in English
Preposition(1) in opposition to.(2) in anticipation of and preparation for (a problem or difficulty).(3) in conceptual contrast to.(4) in or into physical contact with (something), typically so as to be supported by or collide with it.
Examples of against in English
(1) the odds were 5ÔÇô1 against Pittsburgh(2) But the pub is appealing against the decision and is allowed to continue trading in the meantime.(3) With the cirrus they created a faint lattice of white against light blue.(4) The door was slammed hard against the wall, sending it rocking on its hinges.(5) He has already won 21 races and few would bet against that number increasing in the season to come.(6) Not only will they be unable to use parasols for protection against the sun, they will not be allowed to take in food or drink.(7) She banged her head lightly against the wall and heard the ringing noise of metal.(8) If the player does not wish to bet against the second card, a third card can be called for at the same price.(9) he hit his head against the door(10) Those who ignore the zone can be reported to trading standards officers who might take legal action against them.(11) he was silhouetted against the light of the stair window(12) This has to be weighed against the cost of redeeming early and the fees that often accompany taking out a new deal.(13) they won three matches as against our two(14) We will not tolerate abuse of staff who are simply trying to do their job and we will take legal action against residents who do this.(15) It is one of the various small ways in which the public can fight back against the people who are undermining their quality of life.(16) against medical advice
Related Phrases of against
(1) against all odds ::
contra todo pronóstico
(2) rise against ::
levantarse contra
(3) against the law ::
contra la ley
(4) go against ::
Ir en contra
(5) against the grain ::
a contrapelo
(6) fight against ::
luchar contra
(7) turn against ::
volverse contra
(8) guard against ::
evitar
(9) compete against ::
competir contra
(10) come up against ::
chocarse
Synonyms
Preposition
1. opposed to ::
oposición a
2. in opposition to ::
en oposición a
3. disadvantageous to ::
desventajoso para
4. touching ::
conmovedor
Antonyms
1. for ::
para
2. pro ::
Pro
Different Forms
against
Word Example from TV Shows
What happens when the nonexistent bumps against the decrepit?

What happens when the nonexistent bumps AGAINST the decrepit?

Game of Thrones Season 3, Episode 4

- Against my grandson. - They did.

- Against my grandson. - They did.

Game of Thrones Season 2, Episode 6

Contend, O Lord, against those who contend with me.

Contend, O Lord, AGAINST those who contend with me.

Vikings Season 1, Episode 7

promising to defend the city against the rebels.

promising to defend the city AGAINST the rebels.

Game of Thrones Season 3, Episode 5

You're either with me or against me.

You're either with me or AGAINST me.

The Big Bang Theory Season 7, Episode 2

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