Definitions

1. adjective

opposed to the main or prevailing view or opinion; dissenting or contrary

“The adversative group argued that the new policy would have a negative impact on the local economy.”

2. noun

a conjunction or word that expresses contrast or opposition, such as ‘but’ or ‘however’

“The adversative clause in the sentence added a contrasting idea to the main idea.”

3. adverb

in a contrary or opposing manner

“The company approached the problem in an adversative way, challenging the conventional solutions.”