reversible

1 of 2

adjective

re·​vers·​ible ri-ˈvər-sə-bəl How to pronounce reversible (audio)
Synonyms of reversiblenext
: capable of being reversed or of reversing: such as
a
: capable of going through a series of actions (such as changes) either backward or forward
a reversible chemical reaction
b
: having two finished usable sides
reversible fabric
c
: wearable with either side out
a reversible coat
reversibility
ri-ˌvər-sə-ˈbi-lə-tē How to pronounce reversible (audio)
noun
reversibly
ri-ˈvər-sə-blē How to pronounce reversible (audio)
adverb

reversible

2 of 2

noun

: a reversible cloth or article of clothing

Examples of reversible in a Sentence

Adjective Fortunately, the damage is reversible.
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Adjective
Pendleton’s travel-ready design leans into that ritual with a roll-up board printed in one of the heritage brand’s iconic patterns, reversible wooden pieces, and a vegan leather pouch for toting it around. — Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 8 Aug. 2026 Our number-one choice, Elite Trend Oversized Microfiber Beach Towel, remains a crowd favorite for its reversible design. — Bestreviews, Mercury News, 7 Aug. 2026
Noun
Putting a radiator behind the O11 Vision Compact’s side bracket doesn’t make much sense with regard to tube routing, so Lian Li made the bracket reversible. — PC Magazine, 29 Mar. 2025 Soft and fluffy, the reversible down alternative comforter is made of 100 percent polyester and stuffed with microfiber filling. — Isabel Garcia, Peoplemag, 6 Nov. 2022 See All Example Sentences for reversible

Word History

First Known Use

Adjective

1648, in the meaning defined above

Noun

1863, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of reversible was in 1648

Phrases Containing reversible

Rhymes for reversible

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reversible

1 of 2 adjective
re·​vers·​ible ri-ˈvər-sə-bəl How to pronounce reversible (audio)
1
: capable of being reversed or of reversing
a reversible chemical reaction
2
a
: having two finished usable sides
reversible fabrics
b
: wearable with either side out
a reversible coat
reversibility
-ˌvər-sə-ˈbil-ət-ē How to pronounce reversible (audio)
noun
reversibly
-ˈvər-sə-blē How to pronounce reversible (audio)
adverb

reversible

2 of 2 noun
: a reversible cloth or garment

Medical Definition

reversible

adjective
re·​vers·​ible ri-ˈvər-sə-bəl How to pronounce reversible (audio)
1
: capable of going through a series of actions (as changes) either backward or forward
the chemical reaction was not reversible
2
: capable of being corrected or undone : not permanent or irrevocable
reversible hypertension
a reversible vasectomy
reversibility
-ˌvər-sə-ˈbil-ət-ē How to pronounce reversible (audio)
noun
plural reversibilities
reversibly
-ˈvər-sə-blē How to pronounce reversible (audio)
adverb

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