contrariwise

• Adverbe signifiant « de manière opposée » ou « d'un point de vue contraire ». Il sert à introduire une affirmation contrastée ou à indiquer qu'une action est faite de façon inverse.

An adverb meaning "in a contrary or opposite manner" or "from the opposite point of view." It is used to introduce a contrasting statement or to indicate that something is done in an opposing way.

1. In an opposite mannerC2formal

   In a way that is opposite or contrary to something previously stated.

   de manière opposée

   • He expected her to be angry; contrariwise, she was delighted.
   • Contrariwise, the evidence suggests the opposite conclusion.
   • She argued one point, but contrariwise, he presented a different view.

   Synonymesconverselyinverselyoppositelythe other way aroundvice versa

   Antonymesaccordinglylikewisesimilarly

2. On the other handC2formal

   Used to introduce a contrasting or opposing point of view.

   en revanche

   • The plan seems risky; contrariwise, it could bring great rewards.
   • Some believe in strict rules; contrariwise, others advocate for freedom.
   • Contrariwise, the data supports a different interpretation.

   Synonymesconverselyhoweveron the contraryon the other hand