CONTRARY

/ˈkɒntɹəɹi/ ► audio Scrabble 13 Words With Friends 14

Definition

  1. noun a relation of direct opposition. — synonyms: reverse, opposite
  2. noun exact opposition.
  3. noun a logical relation such that two propositions are contraries if both cannot be true but both can be false.
  4. adjective very opposed in nature or character or purpose.
  5. adjective of words or propositions so related that both cannot be true but both may be false.
  6. adjective resistant to guidance or discipline. — synonyms: obstinate, perverse, wayward
  7. adjective in an opposing direction. — synonyms: adverse

Examples

  • “contrary winds”
  • “What may be "politically correct" could be contrary to the teachings of Jesus.”
  • “a contrary disposition; a contrary child”

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