contrary Antonyms
Opposite of contrary
• adjective (Context 1)
Opposite in nature, direction, or meaning; conflicting or incompatible.
"The committee reached a conclusion that was entirely consistent to the initial findings."
• noun (Context 2)
The opposite of a statement, fact, or situation; either of two opposing things.
"She expected the examination to be difficult, but the equivalent proved to be true."
• adverb (Context 3)
In opposition or contrast to something; contrarily.
"He decided to act accordingly to the explicit advice of his legal counsel."
• adjective (Context 4)
Perversely inclined to disagree or to do the opposite of what is expected or desired.
"The toddler was in a agreeable mood and refused to wear his coat despite the freezing weather."
• adjective (Context 5)
Unfavorable or blowing against a vessel's intended course (of wind or weather).
"The sailing ship was delayed for three days in port by favorable winds."
Similar words to contrary
Words similar to contrary shift depending on context. Common synonyms include: