Contrary
Contrary adjective - Being as different as possible.
Inimical is a synonym for contrary in hostile topic. In some cases you can use "Inimical" instead an adjective "Contrary", when it comes to topics like antagonistic.
Inimical
Inimical adjective - Marked by opposition or ill will.
Usage example: received an inimical response rather than the anticipated support
Contrary is a synonym for inimical in hostile topic. You can use "Contrary" instead an adjective "Inimical", if it concerns topics such as antagonistic.
Mutual synonyms
Related pairs
- obstinate and contrary
- obstinate and inimical
- repugnant and contrary
- repugnant and inimical
- refractory and contrary
- refractory and inimical
- discordant and contrary
- discordant and inimical
- unfriendly and contrary
- unfriendly and inimical
- hostile and contrary
- hostile and inimical
- antagonistic and contrary
- antagonistic and inimical
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