How to Pronounce "act against"
expression
ˈækt/ /əˈɡeɪnst/, /əˈɡɛnst
AKT uh-GAYNST, uh-GENST
ˈækt/ /ɐɡˈɛnst
AKT uh-GENST
Definition
To do something that opposes or tries to stop another person, rule, or situation.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈækt/ /əˈɡeɪnst/, /əˈɡɛnst
British English
ˈækt/ /ɐɡˈɛnst
Simplified Pronunciation
US
AKT uh-GAYNST, uh-GENST
UK
AKT uh-GENST
Listen in Context
It's wrong to act against the law.
He decided to act against his parents' wishes.
Some people act against company policies.
If you act against your own values, you'll feel uncomfortable.