World Languages Lexicon
10 Language-to-English DictionariesContraire
Pronunciation / Transliteration: kɔ̃.tʁɛʁ
"Les opinions contraires ont mené à un débat animé."
Comprehensive Definitions & Senses
2 senses- 1
Opposite in nature, direction, or meaning.
"The contrary opinions of the two experts led to a heated debate."
- 1
A fact or condition incompatible with another; an opposite.
"He argued that the contrary was true based on the evidence presented."
Thesaurus & Semantic Spectrum
Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology
Derived from the Latin 'contrarius', meaning set against or opposite, stemming from 'contra' (against). It entered Middle English via Old French 'contrarie' during the 14th century, initially denoting opposition in nature, direction, or meaning.
Which of the following is the closest synonym for "Contrary"?
10 Global Lexicons: How "Contrary" is said worldwide
Click any language below to open its dedicated Language to English dictionary page with native script & transliteration
Contraire
Transliteration: kɔ̃.tʁɛʁ
"Les opinions contraires ont mené à un débat animé."
Entgegengesetzt
Transliteration: ɛntˈɡeːɡn̩ˌzɛt͡st
"Die entgegengesetzten Meinungen führten zu einer hitzigen Debatte."
Contrario
Transliteration: konˈtraːrjo
"Le opinioni contrarie hanno portato a un acceso dibattito."
Contrario
Transliteration: konˈtɾaɾjo
"Las opiniones contrarias llevaron a un debate acalorado."
Contrário
Transliteration: kõˈtɾaɾiu
"As opiniões contrárias levaram a um debate acalorado."
विपरीत
Transliteration: viparīt
"विपरीत विचारों ने एक गर्म बहस को जन्म दिया।"
相反的
Transliteration: xiāngfǎn de
"相反的意见引发了激烈的辩论。"
반대의
Transliteration: bandaeui
"반대의 의견이 열띤 토론을 불러일으켰다."
反対の
Transliteration: hantai no
"反対の意見が激しい議論を引き起こした。"
Related Vocabulary Words to Explore
View all French termsTo question someone thoroughly about a completed mission, project, or undertaking.
A document or electronic record issued by a carrier or shipping company confirming that goods have been received and dispatched for transport to a specified destination.
Apt to shoot without sufficient provocation or before fully assessing a situation.
Explore Nuanced Synonyms for "Contrary"
Discover exact matches, context-specific alternatives, and antonyms with intensity ratings in the VocabDictionary Thesaurus.
Enhance Your Writing & Grammar Precision
Linguistic Origins & Word Stories
View all stories →How Are Palisade Cells Adapted for Photosynthesis (and Why Are They Called 'Palisade')?
Palisade mesophyll cells are column-shaped, densely packed with chloroplasts, and positioned near the leaf's upper surface to maximize light absorption for photosynthesis. Their name comes from the French word for a defensive fence of wooden stakes, referencing their tightly aligned, upright cellular structure.
What is a SLOT SWOT Analysis and How Do You Actually Do One?
A SLOT SWOT analysis is an expanded strategic planning framework that blends personal or organizational 'SLOT' (Strengths, Limitations, Opportunities, Threats) metrics with traditional 'SWOT' dynamics. It provides a granular approach to evaluating internal capabilities against external market realities.