contrary
/ˈkɒntɹəɹi//ˈkɑntɹɛɹi/
noun
- 1
The opposite.
- 2
One of a pair of propositions that cannot both be simultaneously true, , though they may both be false.
Synonyms
verb
- 1
To oppose; to frustrate.
- 2
To impugn.
- 3
To contradict (someone or something).
- 4
To do the opposite of (someone or something).
- 5
To act inconsistently or perversely; to act in opposition to.
- 6
To argue; to debate; to uphold an opposite opinion.
- 7
To be self-contradictory; to become reversed.
adjective
- 1
Opposite; in an opposite direction; in opposition; adverse.
“contrary winds”
- 2
Opposed; contradictory; inconsistent.
“What may be "politically correct" could be contrary to the teachings of Jesus.”
- 3
Given to opposition; perverse; wayward.
“a contrary disposition; a contrary child”
adverb
- 1
Contrarily
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