Against or Againsts

Learn why “against” is correct and “againsts” is wrong.

againsts

Incorrect spelling - “Againsts” is a misspelling with an extra ‘s’.

"againsts" is a common misspelling of "against". Always use "against" when referring to the correct word.

against

Correct spelling - The proper way to spell this word.

“Against” means in opposition to or contrary to something.

Definition of against

"against": “Against” means in opposition to or contrary to something.

This word is commonly used in everyday conversation and writing.

Synonyms for against

  • opposed to
  • contrary to

Usage Examples

"Correct:" She stood against the proposal.

"Correct:" The team played against their rivals.

"Correct:" He is against the idea.

"Incorrect:" She stood againsts the proposal.

"Incorrect:" They played againsts the rivals.

Notes:

  • Always spelled without 's' at the end.
  • Common error: adding extra 's'.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Correct spelling?

A: Against.

Q: Is 'againsts' correct?

A: No.

Q: Meaning?

A: In opposition to.

Q: Example?

A: She is against cheating.

Q: Common mistake?

A: Adding unnecessary 's'.

Summary

""Against" is correct; 'againsts' is wrong. Means in opposition to something."