Definition and Synonyms for Reverse

Definition of Reverse

1. Of the transmission gear causing backward movement in a motor vehicle Adjective
2. A relation of direct opposition Noun
3. The gears by which the motion of a machine can be reversed Noun
4. An unfortunate happening that hinders or impedes; something that is thwarting or frustrating Noun
5. The side of a coin or medal that does not bear the principal design Noun
6. (American football) a running play in which a back running in one direction hands the ball to a back running in the opposite direction Noun
7. Turning in the opposite direction Noun
8. Directed or moving toward the rear Adjective Satellite
9. Reversed (turned backward) in order or nature or effect Adjective Satellite
10. Change to the contrary Verb
11. Turn inside out or upside down Verb
12. Rule against Verb
13. Cancel officially Verb
14. Reverse the position, order, relation, or condition of Verb

forward
Adjective
antonym
1
1. of the transmission gear causing forward movement in a motor vehicle
reversible
Adjective
derivation
1
1. capable of being reversed or used with either side out
reversal
Noun
derivation
5
1. a change from one state to the opposite state
2. turning in the opposite direction
3. turning in an opposite direction or position
4. a judgment by a higher court that the judgment of a lower court was incorrect and should be set aside
5. a decision to reverse an earlier decision
obverse
Noun
antonym
1
1. the side of a coin or medal bearing the principal stamp or design
reversible
Adjective Satellite
derivation
2
1. capable of being reversed
2. capable of being reversed

Words Rhyme with reverse

Etymology for reverse