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inversion
noun
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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:

anastrophe
antipode
antithesis
chemical action
chemical process
contraposition
contrariety
contrary
eversion
everting
opposite
reversal
sexual inversion
transposal
transposition
upending
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