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The Contrary

Description:

The term "the contrary" refers to something or someone that opposes or goes against what is expected, usual, logical, or desired.

Part of Speech:

• Noun
• Adjective
• Adverb

Senses:

Noun:

1. (Plural: contraries) A person who consistently opposes or resists others' opinions or actions.

2. (Logic) A proposition that is the opposite or negation of another.

Sample Sentences:

1. My brother always takes the contrary viewpoint just to start an argument.

2. The contrary of "true" is "false".

Adjective:

1. Opposite in nature, direction, or meaning.

2. Perversely inclined to do the opposite of what is expected or desired.

Sample Sentences:

1. She has a contrary opinion on almost every topic.

2. Despite everyone's advice, he took the contrary action, which only worsened the situation.

Adverb:

In opposition or contrast to what has been stated or expected.

Sample Sentences:

1. She believed in doing things differently, and went contrary to the conventional methods.

2. In spite of the storm warning, he went out sailing anyway, contrary to everyone's advice.

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