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inversely

American  
[in-vurs-lee] / ɪnˈvɜrs li /

adverb

  1. in an inverse manner.

  2. Mathematics. in inverse proportion.


Etymology

Origin of inversely

First recorded in 1650–60; inverse + -ly

Example Sentences

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Inversely, if you’ve got money to spend and find secret fireplaces a little too tacky, good news: How does a fire moat sound?

From Salon • Apr. 28, 2025

Inversely, why is it the story many Latinos seem to consume most, creating a market from a person who isn’t alive to benefit from it?

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 31, 2025

Inversely, when some people don’t pay their bills, the rest of us have to pay more to make up the shortfall.

From Washington Post • Jul. 8, 2021

Inversely, I have heard guys complaining about not having one.

From Slate • Dec. 12, 2019

Inversely, however, as you will find by reading this letter, you are not so completely free to exercise your own discretion.

From From the Housetops by Cootes, F. Graham

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