Entgegenstehen Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Entgegenstehen" is used as verb with the meaning of "to oppose", "to conflict with" or "to be contrary to".

Essential properties of "entgegenstehen"

Its most important properties are:

Properties

Infinitive: entgegenstehen
Simple past: stand entgegen
Participle: entgegengestanden

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irregularseparableintransitive

Note: These properties are not absolute. A transitive verb can be used intransitively and vice versa depending on context, and many verbs can be used reflexively even though they are not primarily reflexive.

Meanings of "entgegenstehen" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "To be in opposition or conflict"

Definition: "To be in opposition or conflict with something or someone."
Translation(s): to oppose, to conflict with, to be contrary to
Synonym(s): widersprechen, entgegenwirken
Antonym(s): unterstützen, fördern
Related word(s): Gegensatz, Widerstand

📝 Some usage examples:

Die neuen Vorschriften entgegenstehen den bisherigen Richtlinien.The new regulations are contrary to the previous guidelines.
Seine Ansichten entgegenstehen den allgemeinen Erwartungen.His views are contrary to general expectations.
Die Interessen der beiden Parteien entgegenstehen sich.The interests of the two parties are in conflict.

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