vice versa

adverb

vice ver·​sa ˈvīs-ˈvər-sə  ˌvī-si-ˈvər-sə 

: with the order changed : with the relations reversed : conversely

Examples of vice versa in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Greek Yogurt Bowl With Dried Cherries and Nuts Swapping cottage cheese for Greek yogurt—or vice versa—is an easy way to keep your snacks interesting. —Olivia McIntosh, Martha Stewart, 8 May 2026

As part of the regional consolidation, offices in distant counties could now answer calls and schedule appointments for Jean’s office, and vice versa. —E. Tammy Kim, New Yorker, 7 May 2026

When wind or solar generation slows in Sardinia, for example, electricity from the mainland can fill in the gap, and vice versa. —IEEE Spectrum, 7 May 2026

For example, an endocrinologist (who manages thyroid health) may pull in an ophthalmologist (who treats eye conditions), or vice versa, to ensure the whole patient is assessed based on their individual needs. —Emily Cegielski, Flow Space, 6 May 2026

Word History

Etymology

Latin

First Known Use

1601, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

vice versa

adverb

vi·​ce ver·​sa

ˌvī-si-ˈvər-sə, 

(ˈ)vīs-ˈvər-

: with the order turned around

exchange money for tokens, rather than vice versa

Etymology

from Latin vice versa "with the order turned around," from vice "in place of, instead" and versa, form of versus "turned," from vertere "to turn" — related to converse, reverse, versatile