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单词 conversely
释义

conversely

adverb

con·​verse·​ly kən-ˈvərs-lē How to pronounce conversely (audio)
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-FranziaIf 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
  • contrarily
  • contrariwise
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Word History

First Known Use

circa 1730, in the meaning defined above

conversely

adverb

as in again
just the opposite being true she cannot stand sugary food; conversely, her husband is fond of sweets

Synonyms & Similar Words

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

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

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