26984 words

reversal

5 definitions • 10 examples
1
the act of changing or making something change to its opposite:

Examples:

He demanded a reversal of the previous decision/policy.
2
a problem or failure:

Examples:

We have suffered a couple of minor/temporary reversals.
3
a complete change of direction, order, or position:

Examples:

[ C ] In a significant reversal of earlier trends, people are moving back to Salt Lake City.
4
a change in something so that it becomes the opposite of what it was before:

Examples:

What led to the reversal of the policy?
The policy has undergone a complete reversal.
a reversal of sth There has been a reversal of the decision to reduce staff in HQ.
a reversal in sth We are hoping for a reversal in the downward trend of sales.
The company has recently experienced a reversal of fortune.
5
a problem or failure that makes it more difficult for a person or organization to be successful:

Examples:

The business suffered several reversals when it first entered the Asian market.
The resignation of the CEO represents a significant reversal for the company.

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