adverse vs converse

[Liqichao]

hello,
how can I tell these two words? Converse means two different ways but adverse seems same.
Thank you for your answers :D

[Mister Micawber]

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This is how these words are popularly used:

Converse: opposite or contrary in direction, action, sequence, etc.

Adverse: contrary to your interests or welfare.
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