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inversion

noun

/ɪnˈvɜːrʒən/

Meaning

A reversal of the normal order, position, or relationship.

In poetry, inversion is often used to create emphasis.

temperature inversion

reversal, transposition, flip, opposite

normality, order

inversion of roles, grammatical inversion, temperature inversion

a small or moderate amount of something, especially something valuable or desirable

a type of shellfish that can be eaten and sometimes contains pearls

Actions or strategies designed to resolve a difficulty or improve a situation; programs or projects.

an urgent request; the desire of consumers for goods or services

a feeling of yearning or craving; a strong desire for something

the state of being abandoned; neglect of duty