CONTRARY
/ˈkɒntɹəɹi/
13
Scrabble
14
WWF
C(3) O(1) N(1) T(1) R(1) A(1) R(1) Y(4)
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Definition
/ˈkɒntɹəɹi/
noun
- The opposite.
- One of a pair of propositions that cannot both be simultaneously true, , though they may both be false.
verb
- To oppose; to frustrate.
- To impugn.
- To contradict (someone or something).
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
Source: Wiktionary
