reversely

adverb

Definition of reverselynext
as in counterclockwise

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for reversely
  1. counterclockwise
  2. backward
  3. rearward
Adverb
  • Alex Wix, who has traveled extensively around Iceland by car and plans private itineraries through her company, Wixsquared, recommends driving it counterclockwise.
    — Emese Maczko, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026
  • Complete 10 circles clockwise and 10 circles counterclockwise.
    — RikkiLynn Shields Hannigan, Health, 24 June 2026
Definition of counterclockwise
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  • For about 16 minutes following another practice Vea watched, Vea stood at a podium in a conference room wearing sunglasses and his hat on backward but looking forward to rejoining his teammates on the field.
    — Rick Stroud, The Orlando Sentinel, 20 Aug. 2026
  • In a 2025 interview with Variety, Andy Muschietti teased that the story will be told backward within three seasons.
    — Taylor Ardrey, USA Today, 19 Aug. 2026
Definition of backward
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  • The floor plan centers around a single- or dual-seat lounge that faces rearward to provide views through the open entryway.
    — C.C. Weiss May 07, New Atlas, 7 May 2026
  • Two of their toes point inward and two point rearward with sharp pointed claws.
    — Laura Baisas, Popular Science, 6 Nov. 2025
Definition of rearward
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“Reversely.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reversely. Accessed 25 Aug. 2026.

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