English adjective: adverse | |||
1. | adverse contrary to your interests or welfare | ||
Samples | Adverse circumstances. Made a place for themselves under the most untoward conditions. | ||
Synonyms | inauspicious, untoward | ||
Similar | unfavorable, unfavourable | ||
Antonyms | favorable, favourable | ||
2. | adverse in an opposing direction | ||
Samples | Adverse currents. A contrary wind. | ||
Synonyms | contrary | ||
Similar | unfavorable, unfavourable | ||
Antonyms | favorable, favourable | ||