Definitions
There are 9 meanings of the word
Reversal.
Reversal - as a noun
A change from one state to the opposite state
Example: "There was a reversal of autonomic function"
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
change of stateHyponyms (Broadly Related)
An unfortunate happening that hinders or impedes; something that is thwarting or frustrating
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
black eyereverse10setback15Hypernyms (Closely Related)
happening17natural eventoccurrence16occurrent13Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Turning in an opposite direction or position
Example: "The reversal of the image in the lens"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
turn aroundA decision to reverse an earlier decision
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
change of mindflip-flopturnabout11turnaround11Hypernyms (Closely Related)
deciding13decision makingHyponyms (Broadly Related)
A judgment by a higher court that the judgment of a lower court was incorrect and should be set aside
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
affirmation19Turning in the opposite direction
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
reverse10reversion12turnabout11turnaround11Hypernyms (Closely Related)
change of directionreorientation13Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
A major change in attitude or principle or point of view
Example: "An about-face on foreign policy"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
about-facepolicy changevolte-faceHypernyms (Closely Related)
change12Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Reversal - as an adjective
Intended to reverse; implying reversal.
Example Sentences
"There has been a reversal in the company's financial situation."
"The judge's decision marked a reversal of the previous ruling."
"The team suffered a reversal in the final minutes of the game."
"The policy change resulted in a complete reversal of the previous regulations."
"The stock market experienced a sudden reversal in its upward trend."
Word Game Points
Is REVERSAL a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, reversal is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
REVERSAL has a SCRABBLE points total of 11.
Is REVERSAL a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, reversal is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordREVERSAL has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 13.
Is REVERSAL a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, reversal is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordREVERSAL has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.
