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- Dictionaryreverse/rɪˈvəːs/
verb
- 1. move backwards: "the lorry reversed into the back of a bus" Similar Opposite
- 2. make (something) the opposite of what it was: "the damage done to the ozone layer may be reversed" Similar Opposite
adjective
- 1. going in or turned towards the direction opposite to that previously stated: "the trend appears to be going in the reverse direction" Similar Opposite
noun
- 1. a complete change of direction or action: "the gall actuates a reverse of photosynthesis"
- 2. the opposite to that previously stated: "he didn't feel homesick—quite the reverse" Similar
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REVERSE definition: 1. to change the direction, order, position, result, etc. of something to its opposite: 2. to…. Learn more.
1. a. : opposite or contrary to a previous or normal condition. reverse order. b (1) : having the back presented to the observer or opponent. (2) : made with one's back to the basketball net. a reverse layup. 2. : coming from the rear of a military force. 3. : acting, operating, or arranged in a manner contrary to the usual. 4.
REVERSE meaning: 1. to change the direction, order, position, result, etc. of something to its opposite: 2. to…. Learn more.
To reverse is to place or move something so that it is facing in the opposite direction from the one faced previously: to reverse from right to left; to reverse a decision. To invert is to turn upside down: to invert a stamp in printing; to invert a bowl over a plate.
Reverse means opposite to what you expect or to what has just been described.
To reverse means to turn back, take the opposite direction, go the other way. Many things can be reversed: you can reverse a decision, you can reverse a car — by putting it in the gear called "reverse."
1. The opposite or contrary: All along we thought Sue was older than Bill, but just the reverse was true. 2. a. The back or rear part: the reverse of the flyer. b. The side of a coin or medal that does not carry the principal design; the verso. 3. A change to an opposite position, condition, or direction. 4.