adversed Definition
opposed to one's interests; hostile or unfavorable.
Using adversed: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "adversed" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
The company faced an adverse market situation due to the pandemic.
Example
The adverse weather conditions made it difficult to travel.
Example
The medication had some adverse side effects on the patient.
adversed Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for adversed
- hostile
- antagonistic
- contrary
- opposed
- unfavorable
Antonyms for adversed
Phrases with adversed
a legal principle that allows a person who does not own a property to claim ownership after using it for a certain period of time
Example
The family claimed adverse possession of the abandoned house after living there for over 10 years.
adverse selection
a situation where buyers have more information about a product than sellers, leading to a market failure
Example
The used car market is often affected by adverse selection, as sellers may not disclose all the problems with the vehicle.
Example
The lawyer cross-examined the adverse party to challenge their testimony.
Origins of adversed
from Latin 'adversus', meaning 'turned against'
Summary: adversed in Brief
'Adversed' [ədˈvɜrst] means opposed to one's interests, hostile, or unfavorable. It can refer to situations like adverse weather conditions or adverse market situations. Legal contexts use phrases like 'adverse possession' and 'adverse party' to denote situations where one party is opposed to another. Synonyms include 'unfavorable' and 'hostile,' while antonyms include 'favorable' and 'beneficial.'
