Synonyms of go against

Verb


1. violate, go against, break

usage: fail to agree with; be in violation of; as of rules or patterns; "This sentence violates the rules of syntax"

2. transgress, offend, infract, violate, go against, breach, break, disrespect

usage: act in disregard of laws, rules, contracts, or promises; "offend all laws of humanity"; "violate the basic laws or human civilization"; "break a law"; "break a promise"

3. buck, go against, react, oppose

usage: resist; "buck the trend"

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