contrary

Definition

noun
  • the opposite
    Example Information suggests that the contrary is true.
    Usage on the contrary
    used for emphasising an opposite statement
    Example Counsel was not annoyed with the witness – on the contrary, she praised him.
    Usage quite the contrary
    used for emphasising an opposite statement
    Example I don’t dislike his manner of working – quite the contrary, I think it’s very effective.
    Usage to the contrary
    suggesting that the opposite is true or should happen
    Example You should continue to do it this way, unless you receive instructions to the contrary.
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