Definition of Contrarian

a person who rejects the majority and takes an opposing view

Examples of Contrarian in a sentence

The politician took a contrarian stance and opposed the bill supported by most of the members of his party.  🔊

A contrarian at heart, Emma likes to vote against the majority any chance she gets.  🔊

Because of his contrarian view on the war, the man refused to go to war for his country.  🔊

Though most people thought slavery was okay, the couple held a contrarian stance and helped slaves escape to the north.  🔊

The contrarian investors usually buy stocks that other people are getting rid of.  🔊

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