reverse — to change something to its opposite state or direction
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to change something to its opposite state or direction
Pronunciation (IPA): /rɪˈvɜːrs/
Korean meaning: 뒤바꾸다, 역전시키다
Korean pronunciation: 리-버스 (강세: 버스)
Example Sentences
- My mom tried reverse psychology by saying 'Don't clean your room' - and it actually worked!
- The company's fortune reversed dramatically after the new CEO took over.
- I accidentally put my shirt on in reverse and wondered why everyone was staring at me.
reverse
VERB//rɪˈvɜːrs//
to change something to its opposite state or direction
The driver reversed the car carefully out of the narrow parking space.
Reverse the curse — rehearse, disperse, and return to the universe.
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'reversus', the past participle of 'revertere' (to turn back), composed of 're-' (back) and 'vertere' (to turn). The word entered Middle English through Old French 'revers'.
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📝Examples
“My mom tried reverse psychology by saying 'Don't clean your room' - and it actually worked!”
“The company's fortune reversed dramatically after the new CEO took over.”
“I accidentally put my shirt on in reverse and wondered why everyone was staring at me.”
“The court reversed its earlier decision based on new evidence.”
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