contrariwise

[ kon-trer-ee-wahyz kuhn-trair- ]

adverb

1. in the opposite direction or way.
2. on the contrary; in direct opposition to a statement, attitude, etc.
3. perversely.

contrariwise

/ ˈkɒntrərɪˌwaɪz /

adverb

1. from a contrasting point of view; on the other hand
2. in the reverse way or direction
3. kənˈtrɛərɪˌwaɪz in a contrary manner

Word History and Origins

Origin of contrariwise¹

First recorded in 1300–50, Middle English contrary-wyse; contrary, -wise

Related Words

• contrarily