English to German Meaning of against - gegen

Against :

gegen

preposition

gegen, mit, gegensätzlich zu, im Gegensatz zu, im Austausch für, quer, zu, um ... Willen, durch, Mit Empfehlungen an, wegen

Against :: gegen

← Again

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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 5├ö├ç├┤1 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 ::

gegen alle Widrigkeiten

(2) rise against ::

erheben gegen

(3) against the law ::

gegen das Gesetz

(4) go against ::

dagegen sein

(5) against the grain ::

gegen den Strich

(6) fight against ::

kämpfen gegen

(7) turn against ::

sich gegen ... wenden

(8) guard against ::

Schutz vor

(9) compete against ::

antreten gegen

(10) come up against ::

stoßen auf

Related Phrases of against

(1) against all odds ::

gegen alle Widrigkeiten

(2) rise against ::

erheben gegen

(3) against the law ::

gegen das Gesetz

(4) go against ::

dagegen sein

(5) against the grain ::

gegen den Strich

(6) fight against ::

kämpfen gegen

(7) turn against ::

sich gegen ... wenden

(8) guard against ::

Schutz vor

(9) compete against ::

antreten gegen

(10) come up against ::

stoßen auf

Synonyms

Preposition

1. opposed to ::

im Gegensatz zu

2. in opposition to ::

im Gegensatz zu

3. disadvantageous to ::

unvorteilhaft

4. touching ::

rührend

Antonyms

1. for ::

zum

2. pro ::

Profi

Different Forms

against

Word Example from TV Shows

$has time on their side, but whoever\Nhas to defend against that attack$

has time on their side, but whoever
has to defend AGAINST that attack

Money Heist Season 3, Episode 2

Star Trek V is the standard AGAINST which all badness is measured.

The Big Bang Theory Season 2, Episode 8

I don't see why Penny is so AGAINST this.

The Big Bang Theory Season 12, Episode 12

$and six times I've wanted to slam\Nhis head against a wagon.$

and six times I've wanted to slam
his head AGAINST a wagon.

Money Heist Season 3, Episode 3

- Against my grandson. - They did.

Game of Thrones Season 2, Episode 6

Examples of against from TV Shows