as in converse
formal + technical
something that is formed by inverting something else
the inverse of your argument
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Recent Examples of inverse
Hugh Cameron, MSNBC Newsweek, 20 May 2025
The inverse correlation between income and rates of domestic violence is strong and undeniable.
—Sarah Lustbader, The New Yorker, 9 Mar. 2025
Michelle Bruton, Forbes.com, 23 May 2025
Meanwhile, Cannes’ inverse tradition of passionate disavowal by booing has evaporated in the past decade.
—Gary Baum, HollywoodReporter, 16 May 2025
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Noun
The three do not typically increase simultaneously, and this creates a significant challenge for central banks given the given the inverse effects of the remedies used to address each issue.
—Hugh Cameron, MSNBC Newsweek, 20 May 2025
The inverse correlation between income and rates of domestic violence is strong and undeniable.
—Sarah Lustbader, The New Yorker, 9 Mar. 2025
Adjective
The inverse has happened; Alworden pointed to a Montreal park built for snowskating that remains open year-round for skateboarders to use too.
—Michelle Bruton, Forbes.com, 23 May 2025
Meanwhile, Cannes’ inverse tradition of passionate disavowal by booing has evaporated in the past decade.
—Gary Baum, HollywoodReporter, 16 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for inverse
Noun
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Liv Hewson ended up wearing the pink converse sneakers.—
Jackie Strause,
HollywoodReporter,
15 Apr. 2025
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The chatbot converses with patients while simultaneously reviewing their medical records, then generates a ranked list of diagnoses and makes recommendations, such as for prescription drugs or lab tests.—
Amy Feldman,
Forbes.com,
4 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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On the precipice of artificial intelligence (AI) robotics, the company executed a 1-for-8 reverse split intended to streamline internal structures for future growth.—
Matt Emma,
USA Today,
4 July 2025
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But even if writing about Paris helped ease the transition, my mind was still flailing in this last codified stage, reverse language shock.—
Benedict Nguyễn
July 1,
Literary Hub,
1 July 2025
Noun
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In fact, his position and his actions do the opposite.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
13 July 2025
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The Sonos Beam Gen 2 is compact enough to disappear under your screen, but Dolby Atmos and multi-directional sound do the opposite of disappearing, filling your room up with sound.—
Juhi Wadia July 11,
PC Magazine,
11 July 2025
Adjective
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Staycation Woven Counter Height Stool This counter stool blends textures for a unique yet timeless look.—
Shea Simmons,
Southern Living,
12 June 2025
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Sarah Khan has been decorating her Las Vegas home with counter stools, a pool lounger and bathroom vanity while regularly saving 40% to 80% off retail prices.—
Betty Lin-Fisher,
USA Today,
5 June 2025
Noun
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The context seemed to offer proof of William Blake’s adage: Without contraries is no progression.—
Barry Schwabsky,
Artforum,
1 Dec. 2024
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Anyone still out on new ownership is just a contrary a this point.—
Carl Anka,
The Athletic,
29 July 2024
Adjective
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There’s plenty implied by brief conversations and Hailey’s attitude, but questions about who these people are — and their role beyond that of antagonistic foils to our central crew — linger, detracting from the power of this otherwise fine film.—
Lovia Gyarkye,
HollywoodReporter,
3 July 2025
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This one's perfect for those who love a creature feature as antagonistic gigantic alligators swarm the floodwaters that engulf a home where a young woman lives with her father.—
Billie Melissa,
MSNBC Newsweek,
29 June 2025
Noun
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On the watch’s obverse, a teal blue dial in grand feu enamel presents a dynamic barley-seed pattern that requires 12 hours of meticulous hand-work to create.—
Justin Fenner,
Robb Report,
1 Apr. 2025
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Kraft noted that the coin's obverse was identical to the 1806 British coinage, while the reverse was unique to the Bahamas.—
David Faris,
Newsweek,
27 Feb. 2025
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“Inverse.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/inverse. Accessed 21 Jul. 2025.
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