a change from one state to the opposite state; there was a reversal of autonomic function'

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

[ Syn: reverse , setback , blow , black eye ]

turning in an opposite direction or position; the reversal of the image in the lens

[ Syn: turn around ]

a decision to reverse an earlier decision

[ Syn: change of mind , flip-flop , turnabout , turnaround ]

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

turning in the opposite direction

[ Syn: reversion , reverse , turnabout , turnaround ]

the act of reversing the order or place of

[ Syn: transposition ]

a major change in attitude or principle or point of view; an about-face on foreign policy

[ Syn: about-face , volte-face , policy change ]