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