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Exam: IELTS

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.

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.

reverted

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.

verb

Definition: To go back to a previous state or condition.

Example: After trying the new settings, she reverted to the original configuration.

reverter

IPA: /rɪˈvɜːtə/

KK: /rɪˈvɜrtər/

noun

Definition: A person or thing that reverts something back to a previous state or owner, especially in legal terms regarding property ownership.

Example: The reverter will take back the property if the conditions of the grant are not met.

revest

IPA: /rɪˈvɛst/

KK: /rɪˈvɛst/

transitive verb

Definition: To give someone power or ownership again, or to place authority back in someone's hands.

Example: After the committee reviewed the case, they decided to revest the authority to the original leader.

revetment

IPA: /rɪˈvɛtmənt/

KK: /rɪˈvɛtmənt/

noun

Definition: A structure made of materials like stone or concrete that is used to support an embankment or protect against explosions.

Example: The army built a revetment to shield the soldiers from enemy fire.

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