against
English → English
prep//əˈɡɛnst//
Used to show that you are opposed to someone or something.
We are playing against the best team.
(English) We are competing in opposition to the best team.
prep//əˈɡɛnst//
Touching or pressing on something for support.
He leaned the ladder against the wall.
(English) He placed the ladder so it was touching the wall for support.
Entry ID: en:en:against · Source: refined · Type: functionword