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单词 reversible
释义

reversible

1 of 2

adjective

re·​vers·​ible ri-ˈvər-sə-bəl How to pronounce reversible (audio)
: capable of being reversed or of reversing: such as
a
: capable of going through a series of actions (such as changes) either backward or forward
a reversible chemical reaction
b
: having two finished usable sides
reversible fabric
c
: wearable with either side out
a reversible coat
reversibility
ri-ˌvər-sə-ˈbi-lə-tē How to pronounce reversible (audio)
noun
reversibly
ri-ˈvər-sə-blē How to pronounce reversible (audio)
adverb

reversible

2 of 2

noun

: a reversible cloth or article of clothing

Example Sentences

Adjective Fortunately, the damage is reversible.
Recent Examples on the Web
Adjective
Undereye filler is reversible, but that can be a long and painful process. Danielle Sinay, Glamour, 7 Sep. 2022 As Scientific American contributing editor George Musser explains, this seems to violate a basic property of physics: that everything, in theory, is reversible and that information is never lost. Laura Helmuth, Scientific American, 1 Sep. 2022 As if the hot, hot, hot swimwear weren't enough on its own, the bikini is reversible (two suits for the price of one!). Seventeen, 1 Sep. 2022 The most common treatments for adolescents include puberty blockers, which are reversible, and hormone replacement therapy. Annie Gowen, Washington Post, 11 Aug. 2022 The research builds on previous work at Yale, which demonstrated that some damage to brain cells could be reversible after blood flow was cut off. Evan Bush, NBC News, 3 Aug. 2022 Some options are reversible, meaning the entire exterior is water-resistant. Theresa Holland, Peoplemag, 25 Aug. 2022 In so doing the researchers confirmed that black holes are reversible after all. George Musser, Scientific American, 17 Aug. 2022 Among the most common medical treatments for adolescents are puberty blockers, which are reversible. Anne Branigin And Annie Gowen, Anchorage Daily News, 12 Aug. 2022
Noun
Lampley herself has a collection of lockets, including a Sherman Field reversible chrysoprase stone and gold model. Jill Newman, Town & Country, 19 Aug. 2022 Nothing handcrafted, just an assembly line of reversible, matching little outfits for the spirit, attaching shame to the human potential for spiritual ascendance and transcendence. Clay Cane, CNN, 21 July 2022 REI Co-Op Campwell Tablecloth and Bench Covers ($45 and $40) Upgrade any picnic table with this reversible tablecloth and cushioned bench-cover set. Kelly Bastone, Outside Online, 27 May 2022 In particular, everything that happens to the system plus environment is in principle reversible, just as is implied by the standard mathematical formulation of how a quantum system evolves in time. Quanta Magazine, 26 May 2022 Researchers, including Frank, have worked on ballistic reversible computing for decades. Philip Ball, Scientific American, 29 Mar. 2022 Consider the Pem America Diana six-piece twin reversible comforter collection, which is now selling for $29.99 from its regular price of $100. Christine Persaud, USA TODAY, 4 June 2021 Throw this fun leopard print rash guard over a bralette, tankini, or sports bra to keep the sun off your shoulders, and pair it with an ultra high-waist reversible print bottom. Ashlea Halpern, Condé Nast Traveler, 18 May 2021 Our favorite is the Lululemon reversible mat, which has more than 3,000 reviews on the site. Shayna Murphy, USA TODAY, 21 May 2021 See More

Word History

First Known Use

Adjective

1648, in the meaning defined above

Noun

1863, in the meaning defined above

Medical Definition

reversible

adjective

re·​vers·​ible ri-ˈvər-sə-bəl How to pronounce reversible (audio)
1
: capable of going through a series of actions (as changes) either backward or forward
the chemical reaction was not reversible
2
: capable of being corrected or undone : not permanent or irrevocable
reversible hypertension
a reversible vasectomy

reversible

adjective

as in amendable

Synonyms & Similar Words

Relevance
  • amendable
  • undoable
  • resolvable
  • reconstructible
  • correctable
  • reparable
  • fixable
  • improvable
  • repairable
  • remediable
  • regenerable
  • reformable
  • remedied
  • corrigible
  • corrected
  • repaired
  • emendable
  • redeemable
  • fixed

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

  • irreparable
  • irreversible
  • incorrigible
  • irremediable
  • irredeemable
  • irrevocable
  • irrecoverable
  • irretrievable
  • irreplaceable
  • unrecoverable
  • unredeemable
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