Synonyms of invert

invert

verb

in-ˈvərt 

as in to flip

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

if you invert the coin, there's a picture of a buffalo on the back

Synonyms & Similar Words

• flip
• reverse
• turn over
• switch
• exchange
• shift
• transpose
• overturn
• interchange
• upset

Synonym Chooser

How does the verb invert contrast with its synonyms?

The words reverse and transpose are common synonyms of invert. While all three words mean "to change to the opposite position," invert applies chiefly to turning upside down or inside out.

the number 9 looks like an inverted 6

Where would reverse be a reasonable alternative to invert?

The words reverse and invert can be used in similar contexts, but reverse is the most general term and may imply change in order, side, direction, meaning.

reversed his position on the trade agreement

When is transpose a more appropriate choice than invert?

While in some cases nearly identical to invert, transpose implies a change in order or relative position of units often through exchange of position.

transposed the letters to form an anagram

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of invert

That means the pumping chambers in the ventricles of the heart are inverted so that the one that evolved to pump blood to the lungs ends up pumping to the brain and the one that evolved to pump to the brain ends up pumping to the lungs. —Elizabeth Cooney, STAT, 2 Feb. 2026

It can also be served directly from the pan it's cooked in, eliminating the need to invert or transfer to a platter. —Martha Stewart, 1 Feb. 2026

Jorrel Hato inverted from left-back into deep midfield, Alejandro Garnacho and Jamie Gittens were left to create one-versus-one on the wings and the home side’s focus on moving through the middle of the pitch did not account for the numerous traps West Ham had laid for them there. —Liam Twomey, New York Times, 1 Feb. 2026

Following the trend of beauty inverted with fashion, press-on stiletto nails—seen in matte white, silver sparkles, and ruby red—were earrings. —Essence, 30 Jan. 2026