Adverse
English Meaning
Acting against, or in a contrary direction; opposed; contrary; opposite; conflicting; as, adverse winds; an adverse party; a spirit adverse to distinctions of caste.
- Acting or serving to oppose; antagonistic: adverse criticism.
- Contrary to one's interests or welfare; harmful or unfavorable: adverse circumstances.
- Moving in an opposite or opposing direction: adverse currents.
- Archaic Placed opposite.