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contrary

CEFR: C1

Opposite in nature, direction, or meaning; conflicting with established views.

Synonyms

contrary descriptor
technical taxonomy

Common Collocations

analysis of contrary
features of contrary
impact of contrary

Example Sentence

The empirical research passage in Cambridge IELTS 16 highlights the importance of contrary in its specific analytical context.

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