Reversal (Noun)
Meaning 1
An unfortunate happening that hinders or impedes; something that is thwarting or frustrating.
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Nouns denoting natural events.
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Meaning 2
The act of reversing the order or place of.
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Nouns denoting acts or actions.
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Meaning 3
A major change in attitude or principle or point of view; "an about-face on foreign policy".
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Nouns denoting acts or actions.
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Meaning 4
Turning in the opposite direction.
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Nouns denoting acts or actions.
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Meaning 5
A change from one state to the opposite state; "there was a reversal of autonomic function".
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Nouns denoting acts or actions.
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- The sudden reversal of fortune left the company struggling to stay afloat financially.
- After years of playing the underdog, the team's winning streak marked a stunning reversal of their usual losing record.
- The therapist worked to help the patient experience a reversal of their phobic response, replacing fear with calm.
- Following the successful treatment, there was a reversal of the disease symptoms, allowing the patient to regain full mobility.
- The announcement marked a reversal of the company's previous policy, now allowing employees to work remotely full-time.
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Meaning 6
A judgment by a higher court that the judgment of a lower court was incorrect and should be set aside.
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Meaning 7
A decision to reverse an earlier decision.
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Nouns denoting cognitive processes and contents.
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Meaning 8
Turning in an opposite direction or position; "the reversal of the image in the lens".
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Nouns denoting natural events.