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Translation

against; versus

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Word origin

From Latin contra ('against, opposite').

Origin
Latin
Root
contra
English cognates
contrary, counter

Examples

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He fought against the enemy.

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I am against that idea.

campeões.

The team played against the champions.

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This word is taught in chapter 3, lesson 1: Words 201-210.