Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

contrariety

noun
/ˌkɒntrəˈraɪəti/
Definition
The quality or state of being contrary; opposition.
Examples
  • There was a contrariety of opinions among the committee members.
  • His actions showed a contrariety to his stated beliefs.
  • The contrariety of the weather made it difficult to plan the outdoor event.
Meaning
Contrariety refers to a situation where two or more things are in opposition or conflict with each other.
Synonyms
  • opposition
  • conflict
  • discrepancy
  • inconsistency
  • contradiction