inverse

Meanings

• adjective, noun

  The opposite in order, sequence, or direction.

  - "The inverse of a matrix is found by transposing its rows and columns."
  - "The inverse of a function is a function that undoes the work of the first function."
  - "Inverse trigonometric functions are used to find the angle when given the length of the side of a right triangle."

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Pronunciation

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Antonyms

compute

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Synonyms

additive , compositional , curve , point , multiplicative

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with inverse
reverses , verses , caresses , applauses

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Homophones

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1. inverse (en) : opposite
   

2. inverse (en) : a type of gear transmission
   

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Variants

List of all variants of inverse that leads to same result
inverse , inverses , inverse function , inverse functions , inverse square law , inverse variation , inverse variations , additive inverse , additive inverses , multiplicative inverse , multiplicative inverses , reciprocal

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Forms

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inversely, inverses, inverted

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Etymology

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From Old French invers, from in- 'opposite' + vers 'turn'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'inverse' is used in various fields, including mathematics, physics, computer science, and engineering.

2. The concept of inverse has been studied since ancient times, with evidence of its use dating back to the Babylonians and Greeks.

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Related Concepts

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1. direct: Direct and inverse are opposing concepts in various fields, such as mathematics and physics.

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Culture

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In mathematics, the concept of inverse is fundamental and has applications in various fields such as algebra, geometry, and trigonometry. In literature, the term 'inverse' has been used metaphorically to describe opposing or contrasting ideas or situations.

How to Memorize "inverse"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a mirror image of an object or a process. To remember that inverse means opposite, visualize two sides of a coin.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'inverse' with the word 'opposite'. When you come across the word 'inverse', think of the word 'opposite'.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Inverse is opposite, just remember the opposite.' to memorize the meaning of the word.

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