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adverse
adjective
in an opposing direction
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Word Facts
- Word length
- 7
- Starts with
- A
- Ends with
- E
- Contains
- DVERS
- Scrabble score
- 11
- Database source
- OEWN 2025 Core
How it sounds
Pronunciation
ˈæd.və(ɹ)s
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Meaning
Definitions
adjective
in an opposing direction
“adverse currents”
adjective
contrary to your interests or welfare
“adverse circumstances”
In context
Example Sentences
adverse currents
a contrary wind
adverse circumstances
made a place for themselves under the most untoward conditions
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