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    Synonyms & Similar Words

    on the other hand conversely nevertheless nonetheless in contrast however alternatively instead oppositely reciprocally inversely diametrically antithetically paradoxically puzzlingly enigmatically mysteriously ambiguously unclearly confusingly perplexingly surprisingly unexpectedly contrariwise inversely opposingly contrastingly discordantly divergently disagreeably.

    Meaning of Contrarily

    The primary meaning of the word "Contrarily" is in a way that is opposite or contrary to something else.

    Definitions

    • In a manner that is opposite or contrary to something else, typically in a way that is surprising or unexpected.
    • Used to indicate a contrast or contradiction, often in a surprising or unexpected way.

    Etymology of Contrarily

    The word "Contrarily" has its roots in the Latin word "contrarius," meaning "opposite" or "contrary."
    It entered the English language in the 15th century and has been used to indicate contrast or contradiction since then.

    Example Uses

    • The new policy has had a positive effect on the company, but contrarily, it has also led to some unexpected challenges.
    • She said she was feeling fine, but contrarily, she looked quite pale and tired.
    • The two theories seem to be contrarily opposed, making it difficult to determine which one is correct.

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

    similarly likewise also additionally furthermore moreover agreed accordingly coincidentally harmoniously correspondingly uniformly consistently identically equally concordantly compatibly harmonically peacefully calmly quietly smoothly uneventfully.

    Related Nouns

    contrast contradiction opposition reverse inverse paradox enigma mystery ambiguity uncertainty confusion perplexity surprise unexpectedness difference distinction discrepancy divergence inconsistency incongruity incompatibility.

    Related Verbs

    contrast contradict oppose reverse invert paradox puzzle mystify ambiguize unclear confuse perplex surprise astonish bewilder confound disconcert disagree discord diverge inconsistent.

    Related Adjectives

    contrary opposite reverse inverse paradoxical enigmatic mysterious ambiguous uncertain confusing perplexing surprising unexpected contradictory opposing discordant divergent inconsistent incongruous incompatible harmonious.