Synonyms for

Conversely

Verb / ˈkɑ:nvɜ:sli: / Another word for conversely — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

in an opposite manner; in contrast

Synonyms & similar words

contrarily oppositely reversely differently alternately inversely antithetically counterwise backwards contradictorily

Synonyms by register

Formal

on the other hand by contrast alternatively conversely

Informal

but then on the flip side then again

Literary

in opposition in contrast

Antonyms

similarly likewise identically equally in the same way correspondingly

Common collocations

  • conversely
  • conversely it is
  • conversely the
  • conversely this
  • conversely we
  • conversely one

Word family

adverb conversely

Usage note

Conversely is used to introduce a statement that is the opposite of or contrasts with a previous statement. It is a formal transitional adverb.

Example sentences

  1. Conversely, if you eat too much candy, you might get a stomachache.
  2. I don't like spicy food, but conversely, my brother loves it.
  3. Conversely to popular belief, not all snakes are poisonous.
  4. John likes to wake up early, but conversely, Sarah likes to stay up late.
  5. Conversely, if you exercise regularly, you might feel more energized throughout the day.

Quotes

  • Conversely, the man who has been pertinently compared with the solar system, appears equally necessary to the humblest creature that crawls.
  • Conversely, fighting for a cause is always an uphill battle- it requires sacrifice, perseverance, and most of all, hope for a better future.
  • Conversely, the more we care for the happiness of others, the greater our own sense of well-being becomes.

Try these popular words

the and that for you with was this are have not from

Practice

Play the Word Synonyms game · Choose level (start near 1)

Worksheets

Grade 4 · Grade 5 · Grade 6

Topics

Guides

Explore more words