ಅರ್ಥ : In a contrary disobedient manner.
ಸಮಾನಾರ್ಥಕ : contrariwise, perversely
ಅರ್ಥ : Contrary to expectations.
ಉದಾಹರಣೆ :
He didn't stay home; on the contrary, he went out with his friends.
ಸಮಾನಾರ್ಥಕ : contrariwise, on the contrary, to the contrary