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Kontra Translations, meanings and synonyms
"Kontra" is mainly used as noun meaning "opposition", "counter-argument" or "rebuttal". It is also used as adverb.
Essential properties of "Kontra"
Its most important properties are:
Properties as Noun
- Gender: neutral
- Singular: das Kontra
- Plural: die Kontras
Meanings of "Kontra" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms
It has the meanings and uses detailed below:
1.) "An opposing response or action"
"Kontra", when used with this meaning, acts as noun.
- Definition: "Response or action in opposition to something or someone."
- Translation(s): opposition, counter-argument, rebuttal
- Synonym(s): Widerspruch, Gegenrede
- Antonym(s): Zustimmung, Einverständnis
- Related word(s): Gegenargument, Einwand
📝 Some usage examples:
- Er gab ein starkes Kontra zu den Vorschlägen.
- Ihr Kontra überraschte alle im Raum.
- Das Kontra war gut durchdacht und überzeugend.
2.) "Against, in opposition to"
"Kontra", when used with this meaning, acts as adverb.
- Definition: "In the opposite direction or against something."
- Translation(s): against, contrary to, in opposition to
- Synonym(s): entgegen, wider
- Antonym(s): mit, für
- Related word(s): gegenüber, entgegen
📝 Some usage examples:
- Er argumentierte kontra der neuen Regelung.
- Sie stellte sich kontra zu seiner Meinung.
- Die Mannschaft spielte kontra und gewann das Spiel.