be contrary to ( synonym found)

Definition of be contrary to:

(n) : Opposition or contrariness; cross-purposes, marked contrast
"1759: This contrariety of humours betwixt my father and my uncle, was the source of many a fraternal squabble. -- Laurence Sterne, The Life & Opinions of Tristram Shandy, Gentleman (Penguin 2003, p. 61)"

Definition of be contrary to:

(n) : Opposition or contrariness; cross-purposes, marked contrast
"1759: This contrariety of humours betwixt my father and my uncle, was the source of many a fraternal squabble. -- Laurence Sterne, The Life & Opinions of Tristram Shandy, Gentleman (Penguin 2003, p. 61)"

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