reversal
word
Definition
An act or process in which something changes to its opposite or to a very different state. It can refer to decisions, results, trends, or positions being turned around.
Usage & Nuances
Formal/neutral word, common with 'policy', 'decision', 'trend', 'fortune' ('a reversal of fortune'). Not to be confused with 'reverse' (the verb or direction). Often used in legal, financial, and business contexts.
Example Sentences
That politician’s sudden reversal on the issue surprised everyone.
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Her team celebrated the dramatic reversal in the game’s final minutes.
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After years of loss, the business finally saw a reversal and started to grow.
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The company faced a reversal of its fortunes.
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The court ordered a reversal of the judgment.
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There was a sudden reversal in the weather.
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