widrig
adverse
Nicht so, wie es richtig, erlaubt oder erwartet ist.
Definition & meaning
The word widrig primarily describes conditions, circumstances, or influences that are unfavorable, adverse, or hostile. It is most commonly used in phrases like "widrige Umstände" (adverse circumstances) or "widrige Witterungsverhältnisse" (adverse weather conditions), implying that the situation makes it difficult to achieve a goal or proceed as planned.
In a more formal or legal context, widrig is used as a suffix to indicate that something is contrary to a specific principle, law, or nature. For instance, if an action goes against the law, it is described as being against the rules established by that law.
Grammar & Word origin
Widrig is an adjective. Its origin lies in the Old High German word "widar" and Middle High German "wider", which mean "against" or "back". It is closely related to the modern German preposition wider (against) and the prefix wieder (again).
As a suffix, it is highly productive in German legalese and formal language, forming words like "pflichtwidrig" (contrary to duty) or "gesetzwidrig" (contrary to the law).
Synonyms & antonyms
Synonyms: ungünstig, feindlich, schlecht, zuwider, hinderlich, illegal, widersprüchlich
Antonyms: günstig, vorteilhaft, angenehm, rechtmäßig, entsprechend
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Examples
Durch widrige Umstände verzögerte sich das Projekt erneut.adjective
Due to adverse circumstances, the project was delayed again.
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