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

In a moment when success is measured in eyeballs reached, the motivations that first inspired the prominent role of debate in American society have been inverted. —Talya Zax, The Atlantic, 21 Feb. 2026

The fuselage, or the helicopter's main body, inverted, with it and the tailboom hitting terrain about 150 and 350 feet from the lines, the report added. —Jose R. Gonzalez, AZCentral.com, 19 Feb. 2026

In slalom, the top 30 finishers from the first run are inverted and from that pack emerges the medal winner. —Dana O’Neil, CNN Money, 18 Feb. 2026

This inverts journalism’s historical role. —Charles Edward Gehrke, Fortune, 9 Feb. 2026