English to Esperanto Meaning of against - kontraŭ

Against :
kontraŭ

kontraŭ, kun, kontraŭe al, en opozicio al, al, pro, rilate al

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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 ::
kontraŭ ĉiu prognozo
(2) rise against ::
leviĝi kontraŭ
(3) against the law ::
kontraŭ la leĝo
(4) go against ::
iri kontraŭ
(5) against the grain ::
kontraŭ la grajno
(6) fight against ::
batali kontraŭ
(7) turn against ::
turni kontraŭ
(8) guard against ::
gvardio kontraŭ
(9) compete against ::
konkurencas kontraŭ
(10) come up against ::
venas al
Synonyms
Preposition
1. opposed to ::
kontraste al
2. in opposition to ::
en opozicio al
3. disadvantageous to ::
desventajosa por
4. touching ::
kortuŝa
Antonyms
1. for ::
por
2. pro ::
avantaĝo
Different Forms
against
Word Example from TV Shows
Married couples can't be compelled to testify against one another.

Married couples can't be compelled to testify AGAINST one another.

Breaking Bad Season 3, Episode 11

and bursting against the roof.

and bursting AGAINST the roof.

Money Heist Season 3, Episode 3

...to create a moisture barrier against the lettuce.

...to create a moisture barrier AGAINST the lettuce.

The Big Bang Theory Season 1, Episode 14

but, you know, it's just

but, you know, it's just "my word AGAINST his word" kind of stuff.

Breaking Bad Season 5, Episode 12

That's discrimination against the otherwise located.

That's discrimination AGAINST the otherwise located.

The Big Bang Theory Season 4, Episode 2

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