reversal

Meanings

• noun

  the act of reversing or turning around

• noun

  a return to a previous state or condition

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Synonyms

reversion

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with reversal
receiver , deceiver , believer , leaver

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Variants

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reversal , reversals , time reversal , time reversals

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Forms

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reversals, reversed, reversing

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Etymology

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From Old French reverser, from re- 'back' + verser 'turn'

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Trivia

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1. The term 'reversal' is also used in genetics to describe a mutation where the order of bases in a DNA sequence is reversed.

2. In music, a reversal is a technique where a section of a song is played in reverse order.

3. The term 'reversal of fortune' refers to a sudden change in one's fortunes or circumstances.

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Related Concepts

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1. change: Reversal is a type of change where things go from one state to its opposite.

2. inversion: Inversion and reversal are related concepts, but inversion refers to a change in order or position, while reversal refers to a change in direction.

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Culture

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In literature, reversal is often used to create plot twists and surprise the reader. In philosophy, it is a fundamental concept in the study of change and causality. In mathematics, it is used to find the inverse of a function.

How to Memorize "reversal"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a car moving in reverse, or a pendulum swinging backward.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word with the idea of going backwards or turning around.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the acronym R-E-V-E-R-S-A-L to remember the meaning: Reverse, Effect, Verb, Synonym, Antonym, Like.

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