contrariness (Meaning)

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contrariness (n)

deliberate and stubborn unruliness and resistance to guidance or discipline

a fussy and eccentric disposition

contrariness Sentence Examples

  1. His contrariness often led to misunderstandings, as he seemed to oppose ideas merely for the sake of it.
  2. The child's contrariness manifested in her refusal to eat anything green, despite her parents' insistence.
  3. Despite his good intentions, his contrariness made it difficult for others to work with him effectively.
  4. The contrariness of the weather made planning outdoor activities a challenge.
  5. Her contrariness was evident in her tendency to take the opposite stance in arguments, regardless of the topic.
  6. Dealing with his contrariness required patience and understanding, as he often disagreed just to provoke a reaction.
  7. The contrariness of the situation was frustrating, as it seemed like every solution led to a new problem.
  8. Despite the contrariness of the evidence, he refused to admit that he might be wrong.
  9. Her contrariness extended to her fashion choices, as she always opted for unconventional outfits.
  10. The contrariness of the market made it difficult for investors to predict future trends.

FAQs About the word contrariness

deliberate and stubborn unruliness and resistance to guidance or discipline, a fussy and eccentric disposition

rebelliousness, disrespect,rebellion, defiance, willfulness, intractability, unruliness, insubordination, rudeness, waywardness

agreeability, amiability, compliance, obedience, submission, subordination, agreeability, tractability, obedience, compliance

His contrariness often led to misunderstandings, as he seemed to oppose ideas merely for the sake of it.

The child's contrariness manifested in her refusal to eat anything green, despite her parents' insistence.

Despite his good intentions, his contrariness made it difficult for others to work with him effectively.

The contrariness of the weather made planning outdoor activities a challenge.