Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for contrariety
Noun
  • Until Slot settles on a right-back option, the short-term message is quite clear for Premier League opposition analysts — target Liverpool’s right flank.
    Mark Carey, New York Times, 16 Oct. 2025
  • The veteran host has been candid about his firing, citing his opposition to casting political figures like Sean Spicer.
    Amanda Castro, MSNBC Newsweek, 15 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • It’s known to be two-sided but that’s more about having extreme polarity.
    Lisa Stardust, Vogue, 2 Oct. 2025
  • Reverse is accomplished through polarity change rather than gearing.
    New Atlas, New Atlas, 26 Sep. 2025
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“Contrariety.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/contrariety. Accessed 22 Oct. 2025.

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