Synonyms for overthwart

Most common

opposing · adverse · perverse

All synonyms

Adjective

Preposition

Definitions

1. adj. 1

   Crossing in kind or disposition.

Example sentences

• opposing Our unity in opposing hate speech is our strength.
• adverse Many intelligent people are not adverse to sex.
• perverse Layla was victim to Sami's every perverse whim.

Popularity over time

Use in printed books, per decade from 1850 to 2019.

By length

6 letters

across²

7 letters

adverse², athwart²

8 letters

opposing³, perverse²

The small number after each word is its number of syllables (across² = 2 syllables).