C1
inverse vs revere vs reversal vs reverse
The difference
| Word | Meaning | Goes with | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| inversenoun/ˈɪn.vɜːrs/ | Meaning the exact opposite of something, especially in a way that can be measured | Goes with — | Example The result was the inverse of what we expected: sales fell instead of rising. |
| revereverb/rɪˈvɪr/ | Meaning to feel deep respect and admiration for someone or something | Goes with revere someone as | Example The river is revered as a sacred place by the local people. |
| reversalnoun/rɪˈvɜːr.səl/ | Meaning a change to the opposite direction, order, position or result | Goes with complete reversal | Example The court announced a complete reversal of its earlier decision. |
| reverseverb/rɪˈvɜːrs/ | Meaning to change something to the opposite; to drive a vehicle backwards | Goes with reverse a decision | Example The court reversed its earlier decision after new evidence appeared. |
Which word fits?
1 of 8Pick the word for the gap. Its form may change in the sentence.
He into a parking space.