Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

contrarily

adverb
/kənˈtreə(r)li/
Definition
In a way that is opposite or contrary to something.
Examples
  • She responded contrarily to the suggestion, presenting an entirely different viewpoint.
  • Contrarily, the results of the experiment showed unexpected outcomes.
Meaning
The term ‘contrarily’ refers to expressing something that opposes or contradicts another point or idea.
Synonyms
  • on the contrary
  • oppositely
  • inversely