- 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.