reversal
adjective
1. Intended to reverse; implying reversal.
noun
1. a change from one state to the opposite state
- there was a reversal of autonomic function
Definition categories: act
2. an unfortunate happening that hinders or impedes; something that is thwarting or frustrating
Similar word(s): blow, reverse, setback
Definition categories: event, happening, occurrence, occurrent
3. turning in an opposite direction or position
- the reversal of the image in the lens
Definition categories: event, turn, turning
4. a decision to reverse an earlier decision
Similar word(s): turnabout, turnaround
Definition categories: thought, deciding
5. a judgment by a higher court that the judgment of a lower court was incorrect and should be set aside
Definition categories: act, judgement, judgment
6. turning in the opposite direction
Similar word(s): reverse, reversion, turnabout, turnaround
Definition categories: act, reorientation
7. the act of reversing the order or place of
Similar word(s): transposition
Definition categories: act, reordering
8. a major change in attitude or principle or point of view