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Exam: GRE (Verbal)

reverie

IPA: /ˈrɛvəri/

KK: /ˈrɛvəri/

noun

Definition: A state of being lost in thought or daydreaming, often reflecting on pleasant memories or fantasies.

Example: She often drifts into a reverie during her long walks in the park.

reversal

IPA: /rɪˈvɜːrsl/

KK: /rɪˈvɜrsəl/

noun

Definition: A change that goes in the opposite direction or a situation that is turned around, often resulting in a negative outcome.

Example: The company faced a sudden reversal in profits this quarter.

reverse

IPA: /rɪˈvɜːrs/

KK: /rɪˈvɜrs/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that moves or is arranged in the opposite direction or order from what is usual or expected.

Example: The reverse side of the coin has a different design than the front.

intransitive verb

Definition: To turn or move in the opposite direction or to change to the opposite state.

Example: The car can reverse quickly when needed.

noun

Definition: A change to an opposite position or direction, or a setback in fortune.

Example: The company faced several reverses before finally achieving success.

transitive verb

Definition: To change something to its opposite or to go backward in direction or order.

Example: The driver had to reverse the car to get out of the tight parking space.

reversibility

IPA: /rɪˈvɜːrsəˌbɪlɪti/

KK: /rɪˈvɜrsəˌbɪlɪti/

noun

Definition: The quality or state of being able to return to a previous condition or state.

Example: The reversibility of the chemical reaction allows it to be undone easily.

reversible

IPA: /rɪˈvɜːrsəbl/

KK: /rɪˈvɜrsəbl/

adjective

Definition: Able to be changed back to the original state or used in two different ways.

Example: She wore a reversible jacket that looked great on both sides.

noun

Definition: A type of fabric or clothing that can be worn or used on both sides, allowing for two different appearances.

Example: She wore a reversible jacket that looked different on each side.

reversibly

IPA: /rɪˈvɜːrsəbli/

KK: /rɪˈvɜrsəbli/

adverb

Definition: In a manner that allows something to be returned to its original state or condition.

Example: The chemical reaction can be reversibly altered by changing the temperature.

reversion

IPA: /rɪˈvɜːrʒən/

KK: /rɪˈvɜrʒən/

noun

Definition: A return to a previous state, condition, or belief, often indicating a reversal of progress or change.

Example: The company experienced a reversion to its old policies after the management change.

reversional

IPA: /rɪˈvɜːrʒənl/

KK: /rɪˈvɜrʒənl/

adjective

Definition: Related to the act of returning to a previous state or condition.

Example: The reversional changes in the ecosystem were evident after the restoration efforts.

reversionary

IPA: /rɪˈvɜːrʒəˌnɛri/

KK: /rɪˈvɜrʒəˌnɛri/

adjective

Definition: Related to the return of property or rights to a previous owner after a certain event or time.

Example: The reversionary interest in the property will return to the original owner after the lease expires.

revertant

IPA: /rɪˈvɜːtənt/

KK: /rɪˈvɜrtənt/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that has returned to a previous state or form, often due to a change or mutation.

Example: The revertant cells showed characteristics similar to the original type after the mutation.

noun

Definition: A type of organism or cell that has returned to a previous state or regained a lost ability, often through mutation.

Example: The scientist studied the revertant to understand how it regained its original function.

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