Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

inversion

noun

/ɪnˈvɜːr.ʒən/

Definition

The action of inverting something or the state of being inverted.

Examples

The inversion of the normal order of words can create emphasis in a sentence.
In mathematics, an inversion can refer to a transformation that flips coordinates.
The inversion of a sound wave can lead to changes in its frequency.

Meaning

Inversion refers to a change in position, order, or relationship, typically involving a reversal of something that was previously in a specific arrangement.