Contrary ( adjective , noun , conjunction )

(As an adjective)

Contrary ( adjective )

1. Opposite or opposed in nature or direction.
2. Opposed or resistant to something or someone.
3. Acting or behaving in a way that is opposite or opposed to what is expected.
4. Being difficult or impossible to reconcile or harmonize.

Origin:

The word "contrary" comes from the latin word "contrarius" which means opposite or against.

Examples:

1. The weather was contrary to our plans.
2. He had a contrary attitude towards authority.
3. She had a contrary opinion on the matter.
4. The wind was contrary, making it difficult to sail.
5. The evidence was contrary to his statement.

(As a noun)

Contrary ( noun )

1. Opposite or opposed in nature or direction.
2. Opposed or resistant to something or someone.
3. Acting or behaving in a way that is opposite or opposed to what is expected.
4. Being difficult or impossible to reconcile or harmonize.

Origin:

The word "contrary" comes from the latin word "contrarius" which means opposite or against.

Examples:

1. The weather was contrary to our plans.
2. He had a contrary attitude towards authority.
3. She had a contrary opinion on the matter.
4. The wind was contrary, making it difficult to sail.
5. The evidence was contrary to his statement.

(As a conjunction)

Contrary ( conjunction )

1. Opposite or opposed in nature or direction.
2. Opposed or resistant to something or someone.
3. Acting or behaving in a way that is opposite or opposed to what is expected.
4. Being difficult or impossible to reconcile or harmonize.

Origin:

The word "contrary" comes from the latin word "contrarius" which means opposite or against.

Examples:

1. The weather was contrary to our plans.
2. He had a contrary attitude towards authority.
3. She had a contrary opinion on the matter.
4. The wind was contrary, making it difficult to sail.
5. The evidence was contrary to his statement.