reversive

adjective

re·​ver·​sive
rə̇ˈvərsiv
: relating to or marked by reversion : tending to reverse or revert

Word History

Etymology

reverse entry 2 + -ive

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“Reversive.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/reversive. Accessed 9 Dec. 2024.

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