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Reversal

Rih-VUR-suhl

/rɪˈvɜːrsʌl/

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reversal

Dictionary meaning

A major change in attitude or principle or point of view.

Examples

  • There was a reversal of autonomic function.
  • The reversal of the image in the lens.

Synonyms: about-face

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