reverse vs overthrow

overthrow vs reverse

reverse and overthrow both are nouns.

reverse is an adjective but overthrow is not an adjective.

reverse and overthrow both are verbs.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
reverse	Yes	Yes	Yes	No
overthrow	Yes	No	Yes	No

As verbs, reverse and overthrow are synonyms defined as:

reverse and overthrow: rule against

Other synonyms of reverse include override, overrule, overturn.

reverse (noun)	overthrow (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 termination of a ruler or institution (especially by force)
turning in the opposite direction	the act of disturbing the mind or body
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)	overthrow (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)	overthrow (verb)
change to the contrary	rule against
turn inside out or upside down	cause the downfall of; of rulers
reverse the position, order, relation, or condition of
rule against
cancel officially

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