Definition of contrariwise

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  • contrariwise is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 17
  • contrariwise is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 17
  • contrariwise is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 19

Definition of contrariwise

  • contrary to expectations (adverb)

    Synonyms

    1. contrarily
    2. on the contrary
    3. to the contrary
  • with the order reversed (adverb)

    Synonyms

    1. the other way around
    2. vice versa
  • in a contrary disobedient manner (adverb)

    Synonyms

    1. contrarily
    2. perversely

See definition of contrariwise in Merriam Webster