I. noun
Synonyms: opposite , antipode, antipole, antithesis, contra, contradictory, converse, counter, counterpole, reverse
II. adjective
1.
Synonyms: opposite , antipodal, antipodean, antithetical, contradictory, converse, counter, diametric, polar, reverse
2.
Synonyms: antipathetic 1, antagonistic, clashing, conflicting, contrariant, discordant
3.
obstinately self-willed in refusing to concur, conform, or submit
why be contrary about something that you cannot change
Synonyms: balky, cross-grained, froward, ornery, perverse, restive, wayward, wrongheaded
Related Word: headstrong, intractable, recalcitrant, refractory, unruly; contumacious, insubordinate, rebellious; dissentient, dissident, nonconforming, nonconformist, recusant; obstinate, stubborn
Contrasted words: amenable, biddable, docile, obedient, tractable; amiable, obliging; acquiescent, compliant; forbearing, long-suffering, tolerant
Antonyms: complaisant
III. adverb
Synonyms: again 5, contra, contrariwise, contrawise, conversely, oppositely, vice versa