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Meaning of go against

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

go against

verb

Definitions

  1. To violate; to breach; to break.

    Example: This sentence goes against English grammar.

  2. To be unfavourable to someone.

    Example: The court's decision went against them.

  3. To be contrary to a trend, feeling or principle.

    Example: This goes against my instincts.

  4. To oppose; to resist

    Example: He dared not go against the King.