Meaning of the word contrary in English
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contrary
US /ˈkɑːn.tre.ri/
UK /ˈkɑːn.tre.ri/
Adjective
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opposite in nature, direction, or meaning
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His actions were contrary to his promises.
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The evidence is contrary to what he claimed.
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Noun
1.
the opposite
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On the contrary, I think it's a great idea.
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He said he was tired, but quite the contrary, he seemed full of energy.
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