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"the opposite of a statement is also true" can be said as "vice versa".

Is there a way to say "the opposite of a statement is not true"?

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  • Unidirectional or non-conversely. Aug 14, 2014 at 10:36

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A affects B, but not the other way around.

A affects B, but not the converse.

A affects B, but not reciprocally.

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When the opposite is true:

Jasper likes Lauren, and vice versa.

When the opposite is false:

Jasper likes Lauren, but not vice versa.

This simple negation works well.

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I'm not a Latin expert but how about "vice non versa"

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  • If that's not a phrase, it should be!
    – Pete855217
    Sep 23, 2015 at 14:24
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    Please edit your answer to explain why this would be a good choice. Sep 24, 2015 at 12:15

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