Both Uses of
contrary
in
Prince Caspian: The Return to Narnia
- "On the contrary, your Majesty," said the Dwarf.
Chpt 10on the contrary = an expression used to intensify denial of an idea
- She did not want to get up; not because she was still tired - on the contrary she was wonderfully rested
Chpt 10 *
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.