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reversal
/ɹɪˈvɝsəl/
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What does reversal mean?
noun
- The state of being reversed.
- An instance of reversing.
- A change to an opposite direction.
More meanings (3)
noun
- A change in fortune; a change from being successful to having problems.
- A rule in Tycoon where a three of a particular suit (most commonly spades) can beat a single joker. During revolution, most rulesets instead use a two of that suit to do this.
adjective
- (obsolete) Intended to reverse; implying reversal.
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IPA pronunciation
/ɹɪˈvɝsəl/
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I observe, in the first place, that with the usual method of collection, such a reversal is impracticable.
In the comparative estimate of these two works the world has seen a remarkable reversal of public opinion.
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In general, it presents us with an almost complete reversal of the classic doctrine of the relations of experience and reason.
Yet, perhaps, it would not be going too far to assert that something like a reversal of this judgment would be nearer the truth.
The class cannot at discretion effect a sudden revolution or reversal of the popular habits of thought with respect to any of these ceremonial requirements.