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invert

verb

Synonyms and Antonyms of invert

to change the position of (an object) so that the opposite side or end is showing

  • if you invert the coin, thereʼs a picture of a buffalo on the back
Synonyms of invert

flip, reverse, turn over
Words Related to invert

transpose

exchange, interchange, shift, switch

overturn, upset

Synonym Discussion of invert

reverse, transpose, invert mean to change to the opposite position. reverse is the most general term and may imply change in order, side, direction, meaning.
    • reversed his position on the trade agreement
transpose implies a change in order or relative position of units often through exchange of position.
    • transposed the letters to form an anagram
invert applies chiefly to turning upside down or inside out.
    • the number 9 looks like an inverted 6

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