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Meaning of contrary
The primary meaning of the word "contrary" is something that is opposite or contrasting to something else.
Etymology of contrary
The word "contrary" comes from the Old French word "contrarie", which is derived from the Latin "contrarius", meaning "opposite" or "against"
Historically, the word has been used to describe things that are opposite in nature, opinion, or effect, and has been in use since the 14th century
Synonyms
opposite
conflicting
reverse
contradictory
adverse
hostile
unfavorable
antagonistic
opposing
contrasting
divergent
dissenting
disagreeing
discordant
inconsistent
incongruous
paradoxical
perverse
rebellious
refractory
resistant
reverse
clashing
disparate
discrepant
at odds
inimical
negative
contradictory
counter
converse
diametric
dissentient
oppositional
Definitions
- Giving a different opinion or view, often in a way that is intended to provoke a reaction or make someone think
- Completely opposite in nature or effect
- (Of a person) stubbornly refusing to agree or comply
Usage Examples
- The two politicians held contrary views on the issue of taxation
- The new evidence presented a contrary picture to what was initially thought
- She had a contrary nature and often disagreed with her peers
Antonyms
similar
identical
same
alike
corresponding
matching
equivalent
harmonious
consistent
congruous
consonant
uniform
like
parallel
analogous
coincident
identical
indistinguishable
synonymous
tantamount
equal
duplicate
replicate
matching