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What is another word for Conversely? – 118 Conversely Synonyms

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    Synonyms & Similar Words

    on the other hand in contrast conversely nevertheless however nonetheless instead meanwhile whereas alternatively otherwise meanwhile on the contrary by contrast in opposition inversely reciprocally correspondingly proportionally contrastingly diametrically oppositely divergently discrepantly discordantly contrarily antithetically paradoxically contradictorily opposingly

    Meaning of Conversely

    The primary meaning of "Conversely" is to indicate a contrast or opposite situation.

    Definitions

    • Used to indicate a contrast or opposite situation: introducing a statement that reverses or contradicts what has been said before
    • Used to indicate that a situation is the reverse of what was previously stated or expected

    Etymology of Conversely

    The word "Conversely" originates from the Latin words "con" (meaning "together" or "with") and "versus" (meaning "turned"), with the suffix "-ly" added to form an adverb
    Historically, the term has been used in English since the 15th century to indicate a turning or change in direction, and its meaning has evolved to include the concept of contrast or opposition

    Example Uses

    • The new policy has been successful, but conversely, it has also led to some unforeseen consequences.
    • She loves spending time outdoors, while her brother, conversely, prefers to stay indoors and read.
    • The city is busy during the day, but conversely, it can be very quiet at night.

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

    similarly likewise also too additionally furthermore moreover equally correspondingly identically uniformly consistently coincidentally simultaneously harmoniously agreeably concordantly compatibly congenially sympathetically synchronously unanimously

    Related Nouns

    contrast opposition reversal inverse converse alternative counterpart opposite antithesis paradox contradiction discrepancy difference distinction divergence deviation aberration anomaly inconsistency incongruity disparity

    Related Verbs

    contrast reverse oppose invert counter contradict diverge differ disagree clash conflict collide antagonize counteract neutralize balance reconcile mediate harmonize synchronize

    Related Adjectives

    contrasting opposite reverse inverse converse alternative counterpart contradictory paradoxical inconsistent incongruous disparate distinct divergent deviant anomalous conflicting clashing antagonistic neutralizing balancing reconciling mediating harmonizing synchronizing