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 of conversely

• 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

North America, conversely, saw a 4% drop in sales. —Sasha Rogelberg, Fortune, 24 Feb. 2026

There will conversely be penalties if the contractor misses the deadline. —John Shumway, CBS News, 24 Feb. 2026

And, conversely, what new opportunities are emerging for Israel’s creative growth? —Ut Community Press, San Diego Union-Tribune, 18 Feb. 2026

The Ryan rookie card, conversely, had no special significance for decades. —Michael Salfino, New York Times, 10 Feb. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1730, in the meaning defined above