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contrariwise

/kɒntrəˈraɪzaɪz/ adverb · British & US
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What does contrariwise mean?

adverb

Used to indicate that something is the opposite of what has been said or implied; on the contrary.

Example

"He said he was going to the party, but contrariwise, he stayed home to watch TV."

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