contrarily — In an opposite or opposing manner; perversely or stubbornly in opposition to what is expected or desired.
Part of speech: ADVERB
Definition: In an opposite or opposing manner; perversely or stubbornly in opposition to what is expected or desired.
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈkɑːntrɛrəli/
Example Sentences
- Contrarily to his calm appearance, his heart was racing like a Formula 1 car.
- The weather forecast said sunny, but contrarily, it rained cats and dogs.
- Contrarily to what many people think, penguins don't live at the North Pole.
contrarily
ADVERB[/ˈkɑːntrɛrəli/]
In an opposite or opposing manner; perversely or stubbornly in opposition to what is expected or desired.
In an opposite or opposing manner; perversely or stubbornly in opposition to what is expected or desired.
Acting contrarily while others walked warily, missing the chance to dance merrily!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'contrarius' meaning 'opposite' or 'against,' which comes from 'contra' meaning 'against' or 'opposite to.'
Breakdown
contra- (against/opposite) + -ari- (relating to) + -ly (adverb suffix meaning 'in a manner that is')
🎵Rhyme
📝Examples
“Contrarily to his calm appearance, his heart was racing like a Formula 1 car.”
“The weather forecast said sunny, but contrarily, it rained cats and dogs.”
“Contrarily to what many people think, penguins don't live at the North Pole.”
“She expected him to be angry, but contrarily, he burst into laughter.”
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