Set against Meaning in English
expression
ˈsɛt/ /əˈɡeɪnst/, /əˈɡɛnst
SET uh-GAYNST, uh-GENST
sˈɛt/ /ɐɡˈɛnst
SET uh-GENST
Definition
To be opposed to something or someone, or to make a comparison with another thing for contrast.
Usage & Nuances
Mostly semi-formal; common with passives or as 'be set against'. Can mean emotional or ideational opposition ('set against the idea'), or describe visual or contextual contrast ('set against a blue sky'). Don't confuse with 'set up against' (to physically place against).
Spanish: oponerse a - estar en contra dePortuguese (BR): ser contra - opor-se aPortuguese (PT): ser contra - opor-se aChinese (Simplified): 反对 - 与...对立Chinese (Traditional): 反對 - 與...對立Hindi: के खिलाफ होना - विरोध करनाArabic: يعارض - يقف ضدBengali: বিরোধী - তুলনায় রাখাRussian: настроен против - сопоставлять сJapanese: 反対する - 対比して際立たせるVietnamese: phản đối - đặt làm nền đối chiếuKorean: 반대하다 - 대비되다Turkish: karşı olmak - arka plana yerleştirmek (karşılaştırma için)Urdu: مخالف ہونا - موازنہ کے طور پر رکھناIndonesian: menentang - dibandingkan dengan
Example Sentences
She is set against moving to another city.
basic
The committee was set against the proposal.
basic
The house looks beautiful set against the mountains.
basic
My parents are totally set against me getting a dog.
natural
It’s hard to believe they’re set against such a great opportunity.
natural
The bright colors really stand out set against the dark background.
natural