reverted
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /rɪˈvɜːtɪd/
KK: /rɪˈvɜrtɪd/
adjective
Definition
Describing something that has returned to a previous state or position.
Example
The reverted changes in the document restored the original text.
Conversation
Did you see how the design was reverted to the original version?
Yeah, I think it looks much better that way!
I agree, sometimes going back to the basics is the best choice.
Exactly! It really brings back the charm of the old style.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
backward
reverse
retrograde
Antonyms
forward
progressive
advancing
verb
Definition
To go back to a previous state or condition.
Example
After trying the new settings, she reverted to the original configuration.
Tense Forms
Past: reverted
Past Participle: reverted
Conversation
Did you hear that they reverted the changes to the app again?
Yeah, I saw that! It was so confusing last time.
I know, it felt like we were back to square one.
Root Explanation
Reverted → It is formed from "re-" (meaning again) and "vertere" (meaning to turn). The word "reverted" means to turn back to a previous state or condition.
Memory Tip
Think of 'turning back' ('vertere') to a previous state 'again' ('re-') — that's what reverted means.
Visually Confused Words
unreverted
unrevered
uneverted
perverted
rivered
averted