CONTRARY
Scrabble letter values: C3O1N1T1R1A1R1Y4 = 13
Definition
- noun a relation of direct opposition. — synonyms: reverse, opposite
- noun exact opposition.
- noun a logical relation such that two propositions are contraries if both cannot be true but both can be false.
- adjective very opposed in nature or character or purpose.
- adjective of words or propositions so related that both cannot be true but both may be false.
- adjective resistant to guidance or discipline. — synonyms: obstinate, perverse, wayward
- adjective in an opposing direction. — synonyms: adverse
Examples
- “we thought Sue was older than Bill but just the reverse was true”
- “public opinion to the contrary he is not guilty”
- “acts contrary to our code of ethics”