Added 9 October 2026
adverse
/ˈæd.və(ɹ)s/ adjective
In Latin: adversus First recorded: 1374 Wiktionary
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Unfavorable; antagonistic in purpose or effect; hostile; actively opposing one's interests or wishes; contrary to one's welfare; acting against; working in an opposing direction.
adverse criticism
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Opposed; contrary; opposing one's interests or desire.
adverse circumstances
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Opposite; confronting.
the adverse page
Origin
First attested around 1374, from Old French avers (French adverse), from Latin adversus (“turned against”), past participle of advertere, from ad- (“to”) + vertere (“to turn”). See also versus.
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