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 | ||