Meaning of the word reverse in English

What does reverse mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

reverse

US /rɪˈvɝːs/

UK /rɪˈvɜːs/

to move backward or in the opposite direction

Example:

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He had to reverse the car out of the narrow driveway.

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The company decided to reverse its decision to lay off employees.

Synonym:

back up turn around undo overturn

Antonym:

advance proceed continue

the opposite of what is usual or expected

Example:

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The reverse of the coin shows a different image.

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He did the exact reverse of what I told him.

Synonym:

opposite contrary inverse rear

Antonym:

front obverse forward

going in the opposite direction to that previously mentioned or established

Example:

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The car went into reverse gear.

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He took a reverse course of action.

Synonym:

opposite backward inverted

Antonym:

forward direct normal