Definition of “against”
preposition:
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In a contrary direction to.
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Close to.
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In front of; before a background.
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In physical contact with.
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In physical opposition to, or in collision with.
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In contrast and/or comparison with.
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In competition with, versus.
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In opposition to.
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In exchange for.
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As counterbalance to.
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As a charge on.
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As protection from.
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Exposed to.
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In anticipation of; in preparation for (a particular time, event etc.).
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conjunction:
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By the time that (something happened); before.
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