How to Pronounce "react against"
expression
ɹiˈækt/ /əˈɡeɪnst/, /əˈɡɛnst
ree-AKT uh-GAYNST, uh-GENST
ɹɪˈækt/ /ɐɡˈɛnst
ri-AKT uh-GENST
Definition
To deliberately respond or behave in opposition to something, often because you disagree with it or want to show resistance.
IPA Transcription
American English
ɹiˈækt/ /əˈɡeɪnst/, /əˈɡɛnst
British English
ɹɪˈækt/ /ɐɡˈɛnst
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ree-AKT uh-GAYNST, uh-GENST
UK
ri-AKT uh-GENST
Listen in Context
Many young people react against strict rules at school.
He tends to react against any suggestion from his parents.
Some artists react against traditional styles in their work.
The new generation seems to react against everything their parents valued.