inverter

noun

in·​vert·​er in-ˈvər-tər 

1

: one that inverts

2

: a device for converting direct current into alternating current

Examples of inverter in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

To bridge this gap, the Rockhound facility uses central inverters to convert the raw electricity. — Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 2 Aug. 2026

In addition, connected power inverters, which convert electricity produced by solar panels and batteries into usable current, face comparable restrictions. — Ron Schmelzer, Forbes.com, 31 July 2026

An inverter may look like a metal box mounted beside a solar array. — Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 31 July 2026

There's also been concern that the ban could slow the adoption of solar energy, since power inverters are a key component of solar panels. — Michael Kan, PC Magazine, 30 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1584, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing inverter

• micro-inverter

Rhymes for inverter

• converter
• diverter
• divertor
• reverter