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against Meaning in Portuguese (against significado em português)

contra
contra in English:against
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O significado de against em português é contra. (Expressando oposição, desacordo ou resistência a algo ou alguém.)

Definitions of Against

  1. 1
    preposition
    contra

    Expressing opposition, disagreement, or resistance to something or someone.

    Expressando oposição, desacordo ou resistência a algo ou alguém.

  2. 2
    preposition
    contra

    Indicating physical contact or proximity with something, often implying support or impact.

    Indicando contato físico ou proximidade com algo, muitas vezes implicando apoio ou impacto.

  3. 3
    preposition
    contra

    Expressing that something is contrary to a rule, law, or principle.

    Expressando que algo é contrário a uma regra, lei ou princípio.

Example Sentences

“The decision went against their wishes.”

A decisão foi contra os seus desejos.

“She leaned against the door.”

Ela encostou-se contra a porta.

“Smoking is against the law here.”

Fumar é contra a lei aqui.

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Synonyms (Sinônimos)

In English:

versusopposed tocontrary to

Antonyms (Antônimos)

In English:

forwithin favor of

Phrases & Idiomatic Expressions

against all oddsidiom

Despite very unfavorable circumstances.

against the clockidiom

In a great hurry, with a deadline approaching.

against the grainidiom

Contrary to one's natural disposition, inclination, or usual practice.