reversible

adjective

re·vers·ible | \ ri-ˈvər-sə-bəl

Definition of reversible

(Entry 1 of 2)

: capable of being reversed or of reversing: such as

a : capable of going through a series of actions (such as changes) either backward or forward a reversible chemical reaction

b : having two finished usable sides reversible fabric

c : wearable with either side out a reversible coat

reversible

noun

Definition of reversible (Entry 2 of 2)

: a reversible cloth or article of clothing

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Other Words from reversible

Adjective

reversibility \ ri-ˌvər-sə-ˈbi-lə-tē

\ noun

reversibly \ ri-ˈvər-sə-blē

\ adverb

Examples of reversible in a Sentence

Adjective

Fortunately, the damage is reversible.

Recent Examples on the Web: Adjective

The movie star’s face has been transformed into a reversible sequin pillow. — Christina Butan, PEOPLE.com, "PSA: There's a Reversible Sequin Pillowcase of Nicolas Cage’s Face on Amazon for Just $10," 6 Aug. 2019 In some instances, however, researchers are learning that the process is not reversible — and that this failure represents a malfunction of proteins associated with a broad range of diseases, including neurodegenerative disorders and cancer. — Quanta Magazine, "‘Lava-Lamp’ Proteins May Help Cells Cheat Death," 26 Nov. 2018 This and a few other studies suggesting epigenetic change is reversible have the potential to change the narrative of doom around the topic, researchers say. — Andrew Curry, Science | AAAS, "Parents’ emotional trauma may change their children’s biology. Studies in mice show how," 18 July 2019 The steps Iran has taken are all easily reversible. — David E. Sanger, New York Times, "Iran Announces New Breach of Nuclear Deal Limits and Threatens Further Violations," 7 July 2019 Unfortunately, the gains in Iraq, while real, proved to be reversible. — Hal Brands, National Review, "Lessons from the Iraq War," 20 June 2019 Once a person becomes sensitive to formaldehyde, even a low-level exposure to the chemical can cause the body to react, and the sensitization may not be reversible. — Longreads, "True Roots," 5 June 2019 The implication is that disorders like fetal alcohol syndrome and other birth defects could eventually be reversible in humans. — Sally Adee, Quartz, "Our bodies are full of electricity that could help us fight cancer," 30 May 2019 Build upside down: 'Stranger Things' is getting a wild, reversible Lego set The chain is partnering with Coke on a contest involving the Burger King app where winners can earn special prizes from food to a Stranger Things VIP Experience. — Brett Molina, USA TODAY, "Burger King is selling an 'Upside Down Whopper' to honor 'Stranger Things'," 13 June 2019

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