Synonyms of conversely

conversely

adverb

kən-ˈvərs-lē 

as in again

just the opposite being true

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

Synonyms & Similar Words

• again
• if anything
• to the contrary
• on the contrary
• contrarily
• contrariwise

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• even
• indeed
• truly
• nay
• verily
• true
• yea

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of conversely

Brinity, conversely, has figured out their attraction all on their own — and good for them! — Kathryn Vanarendonk, Vulture, 1 July 2026

Snakehead fillets, conversely, have a texture much more similar to saltwater species like snapper and grouper. — Joe Cermele, Outdoor Life, 25 June 2026

Tests can help identify the excellent students attending mediocre high schools and, conversely, the mediocre students attending excellent schools. — Idrees Kahloon, The Atlantic, 9 June 2026

The competing narratives — that rich people are hoarding homes or conversely that the tax measure is government overreach — are being promulgated by campaigns with war chests that have grown substantially in recent days. — Jennifer Van Grove, San Diego Union-Tribune, 27 May 2026