Contrariness
noun
The quality of being opposed or stubborn.
His contrariness irritated his teacher, as he would never accept simple answers to questions.
Often appears as...
- show contrariness
- display contrariness
noun
The state of going against or disagreeing with someone or something.
Her contrariness is known widely, she always does the exact opposite of what she's advised to do
Often appears as...
- exhibit contrariness
- portray contrariness
noun
The quality of being opposed or stubborn.
His contrariness irritated his teacher, as he would never accept simple answers to questions.
Often appears as...
- show contrariness
- display contrariness
noun
The state of going against or disagreeing with someone or something.
Her contrariness is known widely, she always does the exact opposite of what she's advised to do
Often appears as...
- exhibit contrariness
- portray contrariness
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Context Matters
Used for people or behavior, often in negative situations where someone is being difficult.
Tom's contrariness during the meeting was uncalled for.
Pro Tip 2/3Negative Emotion
Expresses annoyance or frustration with someone's behavior, not just simple disagreement.
I couldn't hide my irritation at her constant contrariness.
Pro Tip 3/3Intentional Opposition
Suggests a deliberate choice to oppose or resist, not just a random act.
His contrariness seems more like a strategic move than genuine disbelief.
Pro Tip 1/3Context Matters
Used for people or behavior, often in negative situations where someone is being difficult.
Tom's contrariness during the meeting was uncalled for.
Pro Tip 2/3Negative Emotion
Expresses annoyance or frustration with someone's behavior, not just simple disagreement.
I couldn't hide my irritation at her constant contrariness.
Pro Tip 3/3Intentional Opposition
Suggests a deliberate choice to oppose or resist, not just a random act.
His contrariness seems more like a strategic move than genuine disbelief.
Pro Tip 1/3Context Matters
Used for people or behavior, often in negative situations where someone is being difficult.
Tom's contrariness during the meeting was uncalled for.
Pro Tip 2/3Negative Emotion
Expresses annoyance or frustration with someone's behavior, not just simple disagreement.
I couldn't hide my irritation at her constant contrariness.
Pro Tip 3/3Intentional Opposition
Suggests a deliberate choice to oppose or resist, not just a random act.
His contrariness seems more like a strategic move than genuine disbelief.
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