SINCE 1828
go against
phrasal verbDefinition of go against
1
: to not agree with (something)
I won't do anything that goes against my conscience/beliefs/principles. values that go against those of society
2
: to oppose (someone or something)
He was surprised when some of his former supporters went against him. He was reluctant to go against his parents' wishes.
3
: to compete against (a player or team) in a contest or game
The Red Sox will be going against the Yankees in tonight's game.
4
: to not be good for (someone) : to not produce the result that is wanted by (someone)
Everything seemed to be going against her but she didn't give up hope. The verdict went against the defendant.
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