Usage Note
Zuwider is a formal preposition that follows its dative noun phrase: dem Gesetz zuwider = 'contrary to the law'. It is also used predicatively: das ist mir zuwider = 'I find that repugnant / that goes against my grain'.
Examples
"Sein Verhalten war den vereinbarten Regeln zuwider."
Natural Translation
His behaviour was contrary to the agreed rules.
Literal Translation
His behaviour was the agreed rules contrary-to.
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