contrary
What is the Definition of contrary?
Noun:
- a relation of direct opposition
- exact opposition
- a logical relation such that two propositions are contraries if both cannot be true but both can be false
Adjective:
- very opposed in nature or character or purpose
- of words or propositions so related that both cannot be true but both may be false
- resistant to guidance or discipline
- in an opposing direction
How can I use contrary in a sentence?
On the contrary, his face split into a wide smile and he said in a squeaky voice that made passersby stare, Do not be sorry, my dear sir, for nothing could upset me today!
On the contrary, he sat bolt upright and broke into a sweat.