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VocabJLPT N4

reverse

の-Adjectiveな-AdjectiveNounPrefix

Definitions

1. reverse
2. opposite
3. converse (of a hypothesis, etc.)
4. inverse (function)

This noun and na-adjective means "reverse," "opposite," or "contrary," and is used to describe something that is the other way around from what is expected. It frequently appears in expressions meaning "on the contrary" or "the other way."

Example sentences

Sentence 1

Sometimes kind words can hurt even more.

Sentence 2

If I smile right now, it'll just make me want to cry.

Sentence 3

I might have written the answer backwards on this one.

Sentence 4

Sometimes the most distant dreams feel the closest.

Sentence 5

The schedule ended up getting reversed.