Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
contrariar
verb
/kɔ̃tɾaˈɾiaɾ/
Definition
Contrariar is a Portuguese verb that means to contradict or to go against something.
Examples
- Ele sempre tenta contrariar as expectativas dos outros.
- Contrariar a opinião do chefe pode ter consequências.
- Não quero contrariar você, mas preciso dizer a verdade.
Meaning
The term is often used to describe the action of opposing or doing something that is contrary to what was expected or desired.
Synonyms
- Contradizer
- Opor
- Desafiar
- Negar
- Rebater