nounnounadjective

contrary

aksine

Describing something that goes against or is the opposite of another thing.

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Examples

Contrary to expectations, everything turned out fine.adjective

Beklentilerin aksine, her şey iyi sonuçlandı.

Contrary to our hopes, plans changed quickly.adjective

Umutlarımızın aksine, planlar hızla değişti.

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