- a contrary wind.
 -  a perverse mood.
 -  acts contrary to our code of ethics.
 -  adverse currents.
 -  an obstinate child with a violent temper.
 -  Mary Mary quite contrary.
 -  public opinion to the contrary he is not guilty.
 -  the facts point to a contrary conclusion.
 -  wayward behavior.
 -  we thought Sue was older than Bill but just the reverse was true.
 -  `hot' and `cold' are contrary terms.