All 3 Uses of
contrary
in
Metamorphosis
- On the contrary, as a family there was a duty to swallow any revulsion for him and to be patient, just to be patient.
Part 3 *on the contrary = an expression used to intensify denial of an idea
- "On the contrary", said the middle gentleman, "would the young lady not like to come in and play for us here in the room, where it is, after all, much more cosy and comfortable?"
Part 3
- I will, of course, pay nothing at all, on the contrary I will consider whether to proceed with some kind of action for damages from you
Part 3
Definition:
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(on the contrary as in: on the contrary) an expression used to intensify denial of an ideaeditor's notes: More rarely, on the contrary is used to oppose an idea contained in what was just said rather than to oppose what was literally said. Here is an example: "I will not pay you for the work. On the contrary, I may sue you for damages." Suing for damages does not oppose not paying, but it does oppose the idea of paying.