Against

Tamil Meaning

எதிராக

மாறாக

English Meaning

  1. In a direction or course opposite to: row against the current.
  2. So as to come into forcible contact with: waves dashing against the shore.
  3. In contact with so as to rest or press on: leaned against the tree.
  4. In hostile opposition or resistance to: struggle against fate.
  5. Contrary to; opposed to: against my better judgment.
  6. In competition with: race against the record holder.
  7. In contrast or comparison with the setting or background of: dark colors against a fair skin.
  8. In preparation for; in anticipation of: food stored against winter.
  9. As a defense or safeguard from: protection against the cold.
  10. To the account or debt of: drew a check against my bank balance.
  11. Directly opposite to; facing.