contrariwise
- Adverb:
- In the opposite way or direction; conversely: Used to indicate that something is the opposite of what has just been stated or is true in the reverse order.
- On the contrary; to the contrary: Used to introduce a statement that contradicts or contrasts with a previous one.
- Perversely; in a contrary or disobedient manner: Acting in a way that is deliberately opposite to what is expected or desired.
Adverb (Conversely/In reverse): He did not apologize; contrariwise, he blamed me for the mistake. The theory suggests that growth leads to stability. Contrariwise, evidence shows that rapid growth can cause instability.
Adverb (On the contrary): "You must be tired after the long journey." "Contrariwise, I feel quite refreshed."
Adverb (Perversely): The child behaved contrariwise, doing exactly what he was told not to do.
Used in formal or literary contexts: "Contrariwise" is more formal and less common in everyday speech than synonyms like "conversely" or "on the contrary." It is often used for stylistic effect in writing or argumentation. The law was intended to reduce crime. Contrariwise, it led to an increase in illegal activities.
Used to present a logical opposition: It can introduce a point that directly opposes a preceding argument or assumption. Many believe technology isolates people. Contrariwise, it has created new global communities.
- Contrary (adjective): Opposite in nature, direction, or meaning.
- Contrariness (noun): The quality or state of being contrary.
- Conversely: Introducing a statement or idea that reverses one just made.
- On the contrary: Used to intensify a denial of what has just been implied or stated.
- Vice versa: With the main items in the preceding statement the other way around.
- Oppositely: In an opposite position, direction, or order.
- To the contrary: Indicating opposition or evidence against something.
- Quite the contrary: Used to emphasize that the opposite is true.
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contrary to expectations; on the contrary, he went out with his friends"
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he didn't stay home
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with the order reversed
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she hates him and vice versa
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in a contrary disobedient manner
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