contrary

noun C1

Meaning

The term "contrary" refers to a condition or state that is opposite or fundamentally different from another, often used to describe conflicting ideas, actions, or principles that exist in opposition to one another, thereby highlighting a dichotomy or tens

💡 While "contrary" can be used in both formal and informal contexts, it is particularly prevalent in academic discourse when discussing opposing theories or viewpoints; caution should be exercised to avoid conflating it with "opposite," which may lack the nuanced implications of conflict or contradiction.

Example Sentences

The contrary of success is often a lack of clear goals .

The contrary of the hypothesis was tested through rigorous experiments .

The evidence presented supports the contrary of the initial hypothesis .

The evidence presented was the contrary to the initial report .

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