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Definition have/have got against in British English

have/have got against phrasal verb

[transitive] phrasal verb
1

to dislike someone or not approve of them for a particular reason

Example

I don't know what he's got against me, but he's always criticizing my work.

Example

We've nothing against him personally: it's just that we don't trust politicians.

Synonyms and related words
hate dislike bear
2

to be opposed to a plan or suggestion for a particular reason

Example

I think it's a brilliant idea. What have you got against it?

Example

I've got nothing against intelligence tests, as long as they're done properly.

Synonyms and related words
oppose go against have/have got against
Definition have/have got against in British English