This is the 996th most frequent Marathi word.
उलट
Reverse or opposite.
In this sentence, 'उलट' (ulat) is used to indicate a contrast or a result opposite to what was expected.
पाणी खराब झाले असेल असे वाटले, पण उलट ते पिण्यायोग्य होते.
We thought the water might be spoiled, but instead, it was drinkable.
In this usage, 'उलट' (ulat) highlights an unexpected repetition, contrary to what was assumed.
त्याने वेगळं काहीच काम करावं असं वाटलं होतं, पण उलट त्याने तेच काम पुन्हा पुन्हा केलं.
One thought he would choose a different task, but instead, he repeated the same task.
Here, 'उलट' (ulat) signifies an alternative choice, going against the usual or expected route.