Choose the perfect synonym or antonym for the word When something is the opposite of what is expected or typical.
Contrary
/ˈkɒntrəri/Synonyms:
Antonyms:
Examples:
On the contrary, I am worse.'
On the contrary, a rich young widow is exposed to danger.
In fact, I am sure of the contrary.'
Etymology:
The word contrary comes from the Latin contrarius, which means opposite or opposed, derived from contra, meaning against.
Usage Statistics:
51 mentions per 1 million words 
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