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inversion
noun
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Divide inversion into syllables:

in · ver · sion

How to pronounce inversion:

Definition of inversion:

inversion (noun):
a change in normal word order
the placement of a verb before its subject
a reversal of position, order, form, or relationship such as
something inverted, esp. a reversal of order, functions, etc.
the layer of air near the earth is cooler than an overlying layer.
the process or result of changing or reversing the relative positions of the notes of a musical interval, chord, or phrase

Synonyms for inversion:

oppositetranspositionantithesiscontrary

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