reverse [ ri'və:s ]

• n.
  • a relation of direct opposition

    "we thought Sue was older than Bill but just the reverse was true"

    同义词： contrary opposite

  • the gears by which the motion of a machine can be reversed
  • an unfortunate happening that hinders or impedes; something that is thwarting or frustrating

    同义词： reversal setback blow black eye

  • the side of a coin or medal that does not bear the principal design

    同义词： verso

  • (American football) a running play in which a back running in one direction hands the ball to a back running in the opposite direction
  • turning in the opposite direction

    同义词： reversion reversal turnabout turnaround

• v.
  • change to the contrary

    "The trend was reversed"

    同义词： change by reversal turn

  • turn inside out or upside down

    同义词： turn back invert

  • rule against

    同义词： overrule overturn override overthrow

  • annul by recalling or rescinding

    同义词： revoke annul lift countermand repeal overturn rescind vacate

• adj.
  • directed or moving toward the rear

    同义词： rearward

  • reversed (turned backward) in order or nature or effect

    同义词： inverse

  • of the transmission gear causing backward movement in a motor vehicle

    "in reverse gear"

以上来源于: WordNet