CEFR B2

oppositely

adverb

Meaning

In a manner that is contrary or in a reversed direction or position.

Examples

The two studies found oppositely correlated results.
He was thinking about his own situation, and oppositely, about hers.

Synonyms: contrarily, inversely, conversely, differently

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oppositely (B2)

adverb

Pronunciation: /əˈpoʊzɪŋli/

Definition

In a manner that is contrary or in a reversed direction or position.

Examples

The two studies found oppositely correlated results.
He was thinking about his own situation, and oppositely, about hers.
The instructions were clear, but she followed them oppositely.

How to Use oppositely

oppositely correlated (collocation): Having a relationship where an increase in one variable corresponds to a decrease in another. — "Higher levels of exercise were oppositely correlated with the risk of heart disease."
oppositely directed (collocation): Moving or facing in opposite directions. — "The two streams flowed oppositely down the mountain."

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