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reverse
noun(re-verse)
the side of a coin or medal that does not bear the principal design
Synonyms: verso,
Antonyms: obverse,
reverse
adjective(re-verse)
reversed (turned backward) in order or nature or effect
Synonyms: inverse,
reverse
verb(re-verse)
cancel officially
Synonyms: annul, countermand, lift, overturn, repeal, rescind, revoke, vacate,
reverse
verb(re-verse)
change to the contrary
Synonyms: change by reversal, turn,
Examples:
The trend was reversed.
reverse
noun(re-verse)
an unfortunate happening that hinders or impedes; something that is thwarting or frustrating
Synonyms: black eye, blow, reversal, setback,
reverse
verb(re-verse)
reverse the position, order, relation, or condition of
Synonyms: invert,
reverse
noun(re-verse)
the gears by which the motion of a machine can be reversed
Synonyms: reverse gear,
reverse
verb(re-verse)
turn inside out or upside down
Synonyms: invert, turn back,
reverse
adjective(re-verse)
directed or moving toward the rear
Synonyms: rearward,
reverse
verb(re-verse)
rule against
Synonyms: override, overrule, overthrow, overturn,
reverse
noun(re-verse)
a relation of direct opposition
Synonyms: contrary, opposite,
Examples:
We thought Sue was older than Bill but just the reverse was true.
reverse
noun(re-verse)
turning in the opposite direction
Synonyms: reversal, reversion, turnabout, turnaround,
reverse
noun(re-verse)
(American football) a running play in which a back running in one direction hands the ball to a back running in the opposite direction
reverse
(re-verse)
of the transmission gear causing backward movement in a motor vehicle
Antonyms: forward,
Examples:
In reverse gear.

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