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CONTRARIWISE

(adverb)
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There are 3 meanings of the word Contrariwise.

Contrariwise - as an adverb

In a contrary disobedient manner

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
contrarilyperversely

With the order reversed

Example: "She hates him and vice versa"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
the other way aroundvice versa

Contrary to expectations

Example: "He didn't stay home; on the contrary, he went out with his friends"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
contrarilyon the contraryto the contrary

Example Sentences

"The solution to the problem was not to add more, but contrariwise, to remove some."
"He thought he was being helpful, but contrariwise, he made things worse."
"She always wanted to stand out and be different, contrariwise to the others."
"Instead of agreeing with her, he contrariwise argued against her point."
"The instructions said to do it one way, but contrariwise, she did it differently."
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Word Game Points

Is CONTRARIWISE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, contrariwise is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

CONTRARIWISE has a SCRABBLE points total of 17.

Is CONTRARIWISE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, contrariwise is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
CONTRARIWISE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 19.

Is CONTRARIWISE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, contrariwise is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
CONTRARIWISE has a WORDFEUD points total of 18.

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