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Xem thêm: reverse, opposite, obstinate, perverse, wayward, adverse
contrary adj.
VERBS be, run, seem These results run contrary to our expectations. It seems contrary to common sense.
ADV. completely, directly, entirely, quite, totally My own experience is completely contrary. The new claim is directly contrary to what was originally stated. | clearly
PREP. to Contrary to what the public was told, weapons were still being exported.
PHRASES contrary to expectations Contrary to expectations, we didn't have any hold-ups on the journey. | contrary to popular belief Contrary to popular belief, the economy is doing well.
n.
we thought Sue was older than Bill but just the reverse was true
public opinion to the contrary he is not guilty
adj.
acts contrary to our code of ethics
the facts point to a contrary conclusion
`hot' and `cold' are contrary terms
Mary Mary quite contrary
an obstinate child with a violent temper
a perverse mood
wayward behavior
adverse currents
a contrary wind