contrarily

adverb

1. kənˈtrɛərɪlɪ in a perverse or obstinate manner
2. ˈkɒntrərɪlɪ on the other hand; from the opposite point of view
3. ˈkɒntrərɪlɪ in an opposite, adverse, or unexpected way

Example Sentences

Men, contrarily, do not suffer under any expectation to suppress emotion, as long as that emotion is anger.

From Salon

Though Nyles and Sarah are living the same day, their arcs can progress contrarily.

From Los Angeles Times

Quite contrarily, Harris is criticized for expanding their suffering during her time as a prosecutor and state attorney general.

From The Guardian

I had contrarily become something of a devotee of them because they are tough and give good protection against thorns, ticks, insects, and poison ivy—perfect for the woods.

From Literature

Race manager Fabio Carini announced late Saturday that after the ban had “drawn a lot of attention to a key ethical issue, contrarily to what was announced yesterday, we are also inviting African athletes.”

From Seattle Times

Related Words

• individually
• negatively
• separately
• variously