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reverse vs change

change vs reverse

reverse and change both are nouns.

reverse is an adjective but change is not an adjective.

reverse and change both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
reverse Yes Yes Yes No
change Yes No Yes No
As verbs, change is a hypernym of reverse; that is, change is a word with a broader meaning than reverse:
  • reverse: change to the contrary
  • change: undergo a change; become different in essence; losing one's or its original nature
As verbs, change is a hypernym of reverse; that is, change is a word with a broader meaning than reverse:
  • reverse: turn inside out or upside down
  • change: cause to change; make different; cause a transformation
Other hypernyms of reverse include alter, modify.
reverse (noun) change (noun)
(American football) a running play in which a back running in one direction hands the ball to a back running in the opposite direction the action of changing something
turning in the opposite direction a different or fresh set of clothes
the gears by which the motion of a machine can be reversed a thing that is different
the side of a coin or medal that does not bear the principal design a difference that is usually pleasant
an unfortunate happening that hinders or impedes; something that is thwarting or frustrating an event that occurs when something passes from one state or phase to another
a relation of direct opposition the result of alteration or modification
coins of small denomination regarded collectively
the balance of money received when the amount you tender is greater than the amount due
money received in return for its equivalent in a larger denomination or a different currency
a relational difference between states; especially between states before and after some event
reverse (adjective) change (adjective)
of the transmission gear causing backward movement in a motor vehicle
directed or moving toward the rear
reversed (turned backward) in order or nature or effect
reverse (verb) change (verb)
change to the contrary undergo a change; become different in essence; losing one's or its original nature
turn inside out or upside down cause to change; make different; cause a transformation
reverse the position, order, relation, or condition of become different in some particular way, without permanently losing one's or its former characteristics or essence
rule against change clothes; put on different clothes
cancel officially exchange or replace with another, usually of the same kind or category
lay aside, abandon, or leave for another
remove or replace the coverings of
become deeper in tone
change from one vehicle or transportation line to another
give to, and receive from, one another
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