Meaning of contrary

Definitions of contrary

1. [adj] - of words so related that both cannot be true but both may be false

2. [adj] - very opposed in nature or character or purpose

3. [adj] - resistant to guidance or discipline

4. [n] - exact opposition

5. [n] - two propositions are contraries if both cannot be true but both can be false

1. public opinion to the contrary he is not guilty

2. Mary Mary quite contrary

3. an obstinate child with a violent temper

4. a perverse mood

5. wayward behavior

6. acts contrary to our code of ethics

7. the facts point to a contrary conclusion

8. `hot' and `cold' are contrary terms

contrary Synonyms

wayward

perverse

obstinate

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