CONTRA Synonyms: 9 Similar and Opposite Words

contra

preposition

ˈkän-trə

Definition of contra

as in anti

opposed to; not for a roundup of editorials pro and contra the proposed constitutional amendment

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against

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Catholics have used Scripture to argue for and against deportations and strict immigration enforcement.

— Andrew J. Campa, Los Angeles Times, 25 Oct. 2026
This comes after Toney also already set the school record for single-game receiving yards in the season opener against Stanford.

— Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 25 Oct. 2026

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