contrariwise

adverb
UK: /ˈkɒntrərɪwaɪz/
US: /ˈkɑːntrərɪwaɪz/

  1. In the opposite way.

    1. I thought we should go left, but contrariwise, he went right.
    2. The evidence suggests he's guilty; contrariwise, his lawyer claims he's innocent.

  2. Used to introduce a statement that contrasts with or reverses a previous one.

    1. She said she was tired, contrariwise she danced all night.
    2. The first part of the book was boring; contrariwise, the ending was really exciting.

Synonyms

conversely au contraire
contrariwise noun

  1. A statement that is the opposite of another statement.

    1. His contrariwise proved her wrong.
    2. The contrariwise in their arguments made it impossible for them to agree.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "contrariwise" in English means: In the opposite way., Used to introduce a statement that contrasts with or reverses a previous one..

The phonetic transcription of "contrariwise" is /ˈkɒntrərɪwaɪz/ in British English and /ˈkɑːntrərɪwaɪz/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "contrariwise": conversely, au contraire.

Example usage of "contrariwise": "I thought we should go left, but contrariwise, he went right.". More examples on the page.