against

against is part of the Basic English 850.

Pronunciation

• IPA: /əˈgɛnst/, /əˈgeɪnst/
• SAMPA: /@"gEnst/, /@"geInst/

• Audio (US)

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Preposition

Preposition against

1. In opposition, or not agreeing, to.

   I am against that proposal. I think it is a bad idea.

2. Pressed to.

   He held her head against his chest.

Synonyms

• (in opposition) opposed

Antonyms

• (in opposition) for, in favor of

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