Reversal

A major change in attitude or principle or point of view

Turning in an opposite direction or position

Synonyms

Turn around

Type of

Turn

Turning

Derivation

Reverse

Examples

The reversal of the image in the lens

A decision to reverse an earlier decision

An unfortunate happening that hinders or impedes; something that is thwarting or frustrating

The act of reversing the order or place of

Synonyms

Transposition

Type of

Reordering

Turning in the opposite direction

A change from one state to the opposite state

Derivation

Reverse

Examples

There was a reversal of autonomic function

A judgment by a higher court that the judgment of a lower court was incorrect and should be set aside