English dictionary
reverse
/r/I/'v/[@]/rs/
Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
adjective
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of the transmission gear causing backward movement in a motor vehicle
ExamplesIn reverse gear.
Antonyms forwardSource: WordNet 3.0
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Turned backward; having a contrary or opposite direction; hence; opposite or contrary in kind; as, the <i>reverse</i> order or method.
Source: webster1913
noun
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a relation of direct opposition
ExamplesWe thought Sue was older than Bill but just the reverse was true.
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the gears by which the motion of a machine can be reversed
Synonyms reverse gearSource: WordNet 3.0
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an unfortunate happening that hinders or impedes; something that is thwarting or frustrating
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the side of a coin or medal that does not bear the principal design
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(American football) a running play in which a back running in one direction hands the ball to a back running in the opposite direction
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turning in the opposite direction
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That which appears or is presented when anything, as a lance, a line, a course of conduct, etc., is reverted or turned contrary to its natural direction.
Source: webster1913
adjective satellite
verb
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change to the contrary
ExamplesThe trend was reversed.
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turn inside out or upside down
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rule against
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cancel officially
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reverse the position, order, relation, or condition of
Synonyms invertSource: WordNet 3.0
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To turn back; to cause to face in a contrary direction; to cause to depart.
Source: webster1913
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To return; to revert.
Source: webster1913