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Quite the contrary

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Contrast Clarity

Use 'quite the contrary' to make a clear contrast with a previous statement or a common belief.

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You may think I'm unhappy with the results; quite the contrary, I'm thrilled!
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Emphasis

'Quite the contrary' adds strong emphasis, showing that the truth is the absolute opposite of the misconception.

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He seems quiet, but quite the contrary, he's very outspoken in meetings.
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Formal Statement

The phrase is more commonly used in formal or serious contexts, not typically in casual conversation.

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They assumed I was uninformed. Quite the contrary, I had researched extensively.
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