How to Pronounce "reversion"
word
ɹɪˈvɝʒən
ri-VUR-zhuhn
ɹɪvˈɜːʃən
ri-VUR-shuhn
Definition
Reversion is the act of returning to a previous condition, state, or practice. It is also used in law and finance to mean the return of rights, property, or money to its original owner or state.
IPA Transcription
American English
ɹɪˈvɝʒən
British English
ɹɪvˈɜːʃən
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ri-VUR-zhuhn
UK
ri-VUR-shuhn
Listen in Context
The old law was brought back by a reversion to previous practices.
After improvement, a reversion to poor health surprised everyone.
There was a reversion of ownership when the contract ended.
Stock prices sometimes show a reversion to the average after sharp changes.