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on the contrary

Adverb

  1. 1

    on the contrary

    In the manner of being totally different from or contrary to common expectations.

    Korean definition: 일반적인 예상이나 기대와는 전혀 다르거나 반대가 되게.

    • Even though he was in the wrong, he got angry at me instead.

    • If you try too hard to do well, you're more likely to fail instead.

  2. 2

    rather; preferably; in lieu of

    Instead of doing something.

    Korean definition: 그럴 바에는 차라리.

    • Rather than eat bad food, it's better not to eat at all.

    • Rather than work so half-heartedly, it would be better not to do it at all.