adversative [adjective]

Definition of adversative:

expressing antithesis or opposition

Synonyms of adversative:

● Oppositive

● Adverse

● Contrary

● Contradictory

● Antagonistic

● Opposing

● Opposite

● Opposed


Opposite/Antonyms of adversative:

● Conjunctive

● Assenting

● Confirmation

● Confirming

● Homeopathic


Sentence/Example of adversative:

The indirect or adversative passive has the same form as the direct passive.