contrary to (4 synonym found)

Contrary to has 4 synonyms. The top synonyms for contrary to are opposed, opposite, against, in opposition to. Another word for contrary to is opposed. Browse the full list below.

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What is a synonym for contrary to?

A common synonym for contrary to is opposed. Other synonyms include opposite, against, in opposition to.

How many synonyms does contrary to have?

Contrary to has 4 synonyms listed on Thesaurasize.

What does contrary to mean?

(n): Opposition or contrariness; cross-purposes, marked contrast Example: "1759: This contrariety of humours betwixt my father and my uncle, was the source of many a fraternal squabble.

Definition of 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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Definition of 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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