Meaning Of The Word Contrarian

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contrarian
A contrarian is a person who deliberately behaves in a way that is different from the people around them.

contrarian in American English
a person who typically acts or thinks in a way contrary to popular or accepted opinion; specif., an investor who seeks to make a profit by acting in opposition to majority opinion, prevailing wisdom, etc., as by buying a company's stock when it is out of
of, by, or being a contrarian
noun: a person who takes an opposing view, esp. one who rejects the majority opinion, as in economic matters

contrarian in British English
noun: a contrary or obstinate person

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