To the contrary
phrase
To prove, suggest, or indicate that the opposite of something is true.
I thought he was happy, but his tears were to the contrary.
Often appears as...
- evidence to the contrary
- statement to the contrary
phrase
Despite what has just been said or referred.
She said she didn't mind, but her face suggested to the contrary.
Often appears as...
- suggested to the contrary
- indicated to the contrary
phrase
To prove, suggest, or indicate that the opposite of something is true.
I thought he was happy, but his tears were to the contrary.
Often appears as...
- evidence to the contrary
- statement to the contrary
phrase
Despite what has just been said or referred.
She said she didn't mind, but her face suggested to the contrary.
Often appears as...
- suggested to the contrary
- indicated to the contrary
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Contradictory Proof
Use when you have concrete evidence that contradicts a claim or assumption.
Everyone believed the politician, but the documents spelt to the contrary.
Pro Tip 2/3Emphasize Surprise
Highlight unexpected contrasts or surprises compared to what was previously believed.
He seemed indifferent, but his passionate speech was to the contrary.
Pro Tip 3/3Emotional Contrast
Use to reveal true feelings or reactions that are different from what was first shown.
She smiled, but her eyes glittered to the contrary.
Pro Tip 1/3Contradictory Proof
Use when you have concrete evidence that contradicts a claim or assumption.
Everyone believed the politician, but the documents spelt to the contrary.
Pro Tip 2/3Emphasize Surprise
Highlight unexpected contrasts or surprises compared to what was previously believed.
He seemed indifferent, but his passionate speech was to the contrary.
Pro Tip 3/3Emotional Contrast
Use to reveal true feelings or reactions that are different from what was first shown.
She smiled, but her eyes glittered to the contrary.
Pro Tip 1/3Contradictory Proof
Use when you have concrete evidence that contradicts a claim or assumption.
Everyone believed the politician, but the documents spelt to the contrary.
Pro Tip 2/3Emphasize Surprise
Highlight unexpected contrasts or surprises compared to what was previously believed.
He seemed indifferent, but his passionate speech was to the contrary.
Pro Tip 3/3Emotional Contrast
Use to reveal true feelings or reactions that are different from what was first shown.
She smiled, but her eyes glittered to the contrary.
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