# contract vs contrary

> English confusable word pair

## The two words

### contract
*noun · IPA /ˈkɒntɹækt/ · frequency rank #1,216*
An agreement between two or more parties, to perform a specific job or work order, often temporary or of fixed duration and usually governed by a written agreement.

### contrary
*adjective · IPA /ˈkɒntɹəɹi/ · frequency rank #5,404*
Opposite; in an opposite direction; in opposition; adverse.

## Source
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