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    Contrariar (en. Oppose)

    /kon.tɾa.ˈɾiaɾ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    verb
    To oppose someone's wishes or intentions.
    I don't want to oppose your plans, but I have to leave.
    No quiero contrariar tus planes, pero tengo que irme.
    To cause displeasure or annoyance.
    It's hard not to oppose my boss with so much pressure.
    Es difícil no contrariar a mi jefe con tanta presión.
    To disagree or show opposition to something.
    Opposing public opinion can be risky.
    Contrariar la opinión popular puede ser arriesgado.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'contrariare', which means 'to oppose'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to oppose someone
    To cause displeasure or annoyance to a person.
    contrariar a alguien
    there is no way to oppose
    To express that it is impossible to change a situation.
    no hay manera de contrariar
    to oppose the plans
    To alter or modify what was planned.
    contrariar los planes

    Related Words

    opposition
    The act of opposing something.
    oposición
    disagreement
    Lack of agreement or conformity.
    desacuerdo
    discomfort
    A feeling of discomfort or suffering.
    malestar

    Slang Meanings

    Contrary to what is expected.
    That answer is quite opposed.
    Esa respuesta es bien contrariada.
    To complicate more than necessary.
    Don’t try to oppose the situation, it’s better to go with the flow.
    No busques contrariar la situación, mejor sigue el flujo.