n.
Function: 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 FF1C; why be contrary about something that you cannot change FF1E;
Synonyms: balky, cross-grained, froward, ornery, perverse, restive, wayward, wrongheaded
Related Words: 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