In the opposite direction; on opposite sides; in opposite directions.

In an opposite position or direction (†to); on opposite sides.

quasi-adv.= aversely, adv. 1. Obsolete.

In an opposite position or direction. Occasionally (Theatre): in a complementary leading role to (another performer, esp. one of the opposite sex)…

In the opposite direction (to). Obsolete.

= reversely, adv.

In the reverse or opposite direction.

= reversewise, adv.

= contrariwise, adv.

In a negative manner or direction.

Scottish and Irish English. Back, away; in the opposite direction to the one already mentioned or indicated.