Meaning of the word contrarily in English

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contrarily

US /kənˈtrer.ɪ.li/
UK /kənˈtreə.rɪ.li/

Adverb

in an opposing or contradictory manner

Example:
He argued contrarily to the general opinion.
The evidence suggested contrarily that he was innocent.