Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

reversal

noun
/rɪˈvɜːrsl/
Definition
The action of reversing something or the state of being reversed.
Examples
  • The reversal of the previous decision surprised everyone.
  • After a long period of struggle, the economy showed signs of reversal.
Meaning
Reversal refers to a situation where something changes to its opposite state or direction, such as an outcome or decision being turned around.
Synonyms
  • change
  • turnaround
  • inversion
  • flip
  • contradiction