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Inverse

adjective
/ɪnˈvɜːs/

Meaning

opposite in order, nature, or effect; reversed
Opposite in position, direction, order, or effect.

Example Sentences

There is an inverse relationship between price and demand.

There is an inverse relationship between price and demand.

Example Expressions

inverse proportion

Synonyms

opposite, reverse, contrary, reciprocal, antithetical
Entry 1
opposite, reverse, contrary, reciprocal
Entry 2
opposite, contrary, reverse, antithetical

Antonyms

direct, same, parallel, corresponding, identical
Entry 1
direct, same, parallel, corresponding
Entry 2
direct, same, identical

Collocations

inverse relationship, inverse proportion, inverse function, inverse correlation, inverse relation, inverse effect, inverse order
Entry 1
inverse relationship, inverse proportion, inverse function, inverse correlation
Entry 2
inverse relation, inverse function, inverse effect, inverse order

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