Meaning & use
invert
To turn something upside down, reverse its position, or switch it into the opposite order.
See it in a sentence
She inverted the glass jar to let the excess water drain out completely.
The comedian inverted the usual roles, making the boss beg the employee for help.
A note on using this word
Used both literally, for physical position, and figuratively, for reversing an order or relationship.
Words with a similar meaning
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