In a way that is opposite to or different from what has been stated or expected. It introduces information that contradicts or opposes a previous point.
Derived from 'contrary' plus the adverbial suffix '-ly.' 'Contrary' comes from Latin 'contrarius,' meaning 'opposite' or 'against,' from 'contra' (against). The adverb form emphasizes the oppositional nature of the action or statement.
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