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reverse vs inverse

inverse vs reverse

reverse and inverse both are nouns.

reverse and inverse both are adjectives.

reverse is a verb but inverse is not a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
reverse Yes Yes Yes No
inverse Yes Yes No No
As adjectives, reverse and inverse are synonyms defined as:
  • reverse and inverse: reversed (turned backward) in order or nature or effect
reverse (noun) inverse (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 something inverted in sequence or character or effect
turning in the opposite direction
the gears by which the motion of a machine can be reversed
the side of a coin or medal that does not bear the principal design
an unfortunate happening that hinders or impedes; something that is thwarting or frustrating
a relation of direct opposition
reverse (adjective) inverse (adjective)
of the transmission gear causing backward movement in a motor vehicle opposite in nature or effect or relation to another quantity
directed or moving toward the rear reversed (turned backward) in order or nature or effect
reversed (turned backward) in order or nature or effect
reverse (verb) inverse (verb)
change to the contrary
turn inside out or upside down
reverse the position, order, relation, or condition of
rule against
cancel officially
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