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

Both wins have come thanks to a stifling run defense and, conversely, an explosive run offense furnished by the emergence of Rico Dowdle. —Scott Fowler, Charlotte Observer, 19 Oct. 2025

Democrats, conversely, face a steeper climb. —Nafees Alam, Boston Herald, 18 Oct. 2025

In many other contexts, reproductive rights are understood as a collective good that benefits all society – or, conversely, harms all society when revoked. —Seda Saluk, The Conversation, 16 Oct. 2025

Little time, conversely, spent on offence. —Jonas Siegel, New York Times, 12 Oct. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1730, in the meaning defined above