reverse, transpose, invert mean to change to the opposite position. reverse is the most general term and may imply change in order, side, direction, meaning. transpose implies a change in …

There is pressure on the council to reverse its decision. He reversed into a lamppost and damaged the back of the car. They claim the product can reverse the signs of aging. To …

opposite or contrary in position, direction, order, or character. an impression reverse to what was intended; in reverse sequence. with the back or rear part toward the observer. the reverse side …

When someone or something reverses a decision, policy, or trend, they change it to the opposite decision, policy, or trend. They have made it clear they will not reverse the decision to …

To cause to adopt a contrary viewpoint: reversed himself during the campaign.

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 …

re•verse /rɪˈvɜrs/ adj., n., v., -versed, -vers•ing. opposite or contrary in position, direction, order, etc.: to arrange the names in reverse order. with the back toward the observer: the reverse …

Nov 1, 2025 · reverse (third-person singular simple present reverses, present participle reversing, simple past and past participle reversed) (transitive) To turn something around so that it faces …

Definition of reverse verb in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

Reverse definition: Turned backward in position, direction, or order.