against betydelser och definitioner

In a direction or course opposite to: row against the current.

So as to come into forcible contact with: waves dashing against the shore.

In contact with so as to rest or press on: leaned against the tree.

In hostile opposition or resistance to: struggle against fate.

Contrary to; opposed to: against my better judgment.

In competition with: race against the record holder.

In contrast or comparison with the setting or background of: dark colors against a fair skin.

In preparation for; in anticipation of: food stored against winter.

As a defense or safeguard from: protection against the cold.

To the account or debt of: drew a check against my bank balance.

Directly opposite to; facing.