conversely

adverb

con·​verse·​ly kən-ˈvərs-lē 

ˈkän-ˌvərs-

: in a contrasting or opposite way

—used to introduce a statement that contrasts with a previous statement or presents a differing interpretation or possibility

The jurors' decision not to ask to rehear the experts' testimony could be an indication that they accepted their opinions at face value or, conversely, that they were unimpressed.

—Manuel Roig-Franzia

If this active gene is a mutation that would otherwise have been recessive, it can lead to disease. Conversely, if the silenced gene is harmful in some way, imprinting can be beneficial.

—Michael Reilly

Synonyms

• again
• if anything

Examples of conversely in a Sentence

she cannot stand sugary food; conversely, her husband is fond of sweets

Recent Examples on the Web

And conversely, when was the last time the Leafs had this level of centre depth? —Joshua Kloke, New York Times, 30 Sep. 2025

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The author was 62 that year, and a beneficiary (conversely, victim) of innumerable spiritual awakenings. —Eric Olson september 23, Literary Hub, 23 Sep. 2025

But while that may serve Natthaphong’s interests to appear as the chief agitator for reform, losing his military foil could conversely prove problematic. —Charlie Campbell, Time, 15 Sep. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1730, in the meaning defined above