What is another word for contradictorily?
Pronunciation: [kˌɒntɹədˈɪktəɹəlˌi] (IPA) 
Contradictorily is a word that implies a conflicting situation or opposing ideas which may cause a certain level of confusion. Some synonyms for this word would be paradoxically, inconsistently, or ironically. Paradoxically suggests a statement or action that goes against common sense, while inconsistently implies a lack of uniformity in actions or opinions. Irony, on the other hand, suggests a situation that is the opposite of what one might expect. Other possible synonyms for contradictorily might include seemingly, antithetically, or counter to expectations. Regardless of the word used, each suggests a situation where opposing ideas or actions are present, causing some level of confusion or surprise.
