What does contrariant mean?
Contrariant means Contrary or antagonistic..
Contrariant
Pronunciation varies by accent · adjective
Meaning
Contrary or antagonistic..
Definitions by Sense
- Contrary or antagonistic.
- (rare) A thing that is contrary or of opposite qualities.
Example Sentences
the struggles of contrariant factions
The learned Chancellor concludes:—“We have long ago satisfied ourselves that natural science, as represented by Darwin, is not contrariant to revealed religon, and it is a wholesome thing to be remnided that every good and perfect gift cometh from the Father of Light.”
Synonyms for contrariant
Antonyms for contrariant
Related Words
Word Forms
- more contrariant
- most contrariant
- contrariants
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for contrariant?
Common synonyms include antipodean, antithetical, contrariant, contradictory.
What is the opposite of contrariant?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use contrariant in a sentence?
the struggles of contrariant factions
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