contrary

contrary is an Adverb

Definition:

[1] Opposite; in an opposite direction; in opposition; adverse; as, contrary winds. And if ye walk contrary unto me, and will not hearken unto me. Lev. xxvi. 21. We have lost our labor; they are gone a contrary way. Shak.

[2] Opposed; contradictory; repugnant; inconsistent. Fame, if not double-faced, is double mouthed, And with contrary blast proclaims most deeds. Milton. The doctrine of the earth`s motion appeared to be contrary to the sacred Scripture. Whewell.

[3] Given to opposition; perverse; forward; wayward; as, a contrary disposition; a contrary child.

[4] Affirming the opposite; so opposed as to destroy each other; as, contrary propositions. Contrary motion (Mus.), the progression of parts in opposite directions, one ascending, the other descending.