reverse

Definitions

verb

change to the contrary

noun

the gears by which the motion of a machine can be reversed

adjective

reversed (turned backward) in order or nature or effect

Definition: WordNet 3.1, Princeton University.

Pronunciation

/ɹɪvˈɝːs/ · 2 syllables · CMUdict (BSD-3-Clause)

Word forms

plural reverses

Forms from WordNet 3.1 morphology — every form attested in the dictionary.

Synonyms

turning in the opposite direction

reversion reversal turnabout turnaround

the side of a coin or medal that does not bear the principal design

verso

an unfortunate happening that hinders or impedes

setback blow

a relation of direct opposition

contrary opposite

change to the contrary

turn

Synonyms grouped by meaning — WordNet 3.1 (Princeton University).

Antonyms

obverse forward

Antonyms — WordNet 3.1 (Princeton University).

Rhymes

worse nurse curse purse verse rehearse disperse diverse perverse hearse adverse reimburse immerse inverse coerce averse

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Crossword clues

Anagrams

reserve reveres severer

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Words you can make from REVERSE

see ever er serve re eve reverse severe reserve es verse server