Dictionary-enhanced plural guide
What is the Plural of “Against”?
This page treats the word as a noun when it has a countable noun use.
Singular and Plural Form of Against
Against is the singular noun form. Againsts is the plural form.
Dictionary meaning: When something moves or is placed next to something else, or when you oppose or disagree with something or someone.
Why is the Plural of Against “againsts”?
The Regular Plural Rule for Against
Most English nouns form the plural by adding -s. Example: against → againsts
How to Remember the Plural of Against
Just add -s to “against” to make “againsts”. Most English nouns follow this pattern.
A common slip-up: The final '-st' is often dropped, sounding like 'uh-GEN' instead of 'uh-GENST'; also first-syllable stress is common..
Singular vs Plural Examples with Against
See against and againsts used in real sentences side by side.
- The ladder leaned against the wall. A1
- Many people voted against the new law. A2
- Swimming against the current requires significant effort and determination. B1
How to Pronounce Against and Againsts
Stress the first syllable: uh-GENST. The 't' at the end is often soft in speech but still articulated.
Origin and Etymology of Against
From 'again' combined with archaic superlative suffix '-st', originally meaning 'opposite direction'.
Cultural note: Phrases like 'up against' (facing a difficult challenge) and 'against the grain' (contrary to one's nature) are common idioms.
Frequently Asked Questions About the Plural of Against
What is the plural of “against”?
The plural of “against” is “againsts”.
Is “againsts” regular or irregular?
This page classifies it as regular based on the available plural data.