oppositely

[ˈɑːpəzɪtli]

oppositely Definition

• 1. in a way that is completely different or contrary to something else
• 2. in a way that faces or moves in the opposite direction

Using oppositely: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "oppositely" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The two cars were traveling oppositely on the highway.

• Example

  He thinks oppositely to his colleagues on this issue.

• Example

  The two teams played the game oppositely, with one team being aggressive and the other being defensive.

oppositely Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for oppositely

• contrarily
• differently
• reverse
• backwards

Antonyms for oppositely

• similarly
• likewise

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Summary: oppositely in Brief

The adverb 'oppositely' [ˈɑːpəzɪtli] refers to something that is completely different or contrary to something else. It can also mean in a way that faces or moves in the opposite direction. Examples include 'The two cars were traveling oppositely on the highway.' and 'He thinks oppositely to his colleagues on this issue.'