Opposed to one's inclination or preference; contrary to one's nature.
Examples:
- We followed the new supervisor's advice, though it went against the grain.
Origin: c. 1600; from woodworking
Synonyms: rub the wrong way
Opposed to one's inclination or preference; contrary to one's nature.
Examples:
Origin: c. 1600; from woodworking
Synonyms: rub the wrong way