Contrary | Mean of contrary in English Dictionary

/ˈkɑːnˌtreri/

• Noun
• an opposite or different fact, event, or situation
1. He was sure his sister had made a mistake, but the contrary was true: she was right and he was wrong.
• stating or proving the opposite of something
1. He was no fool, despite talk to the contrary.
2. Unless there is evidence to the contrary, we have to believe them.
• exactly opposite to something else
1. The sisters gave contrary answers: one said “yes” and one said “no.”
2. We had contrary opinions/views on the issue.

• against or opposed to something
1. Without contrary evidence, the jury will find her guilty.
2. Going over the speed limit is contrary to traffic laws. [=it is illegal; it is against the law]
• not favorable or helpful
1. The boat sailed against a contrary wind.
2. Contrary weather impeded the rescue efforts.
• unwilling to obey or behave well
1. a contrary child
• in a way or manner that is against (something)
1. Contrary to orders, he left the campsite.
2. Contrary to popular belief [=despite what many people believe], these animals are not really dangerous to humans.