verb
invert
Invert (verb) means to flip something so it is upside down, back to front, or in reverse order.
verb
1
To flip something so it is upside down, back to front, or in reverse order.
2
(music) To shift a chord's root note up or down an octave, changing its pitch.
3
To undergo inversion, as sugar.
4
To redirect something, or use it for a purpose it was not meant for.
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Etymology
From Middle French invertir.
Synonyms
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Frequently asked questions
What is the meaning of invert?
"invert" (verb) means to flip something so it is upside down, back to front, or in reverse order.
What is another word for invert?
Other words for "invert" include reverse.
What are the different meanings of invert?
"invert" has 3 main meanings: 1. To flip something so it is upside down, back to front, or in reverse order; 2. (music) To shift a chord's root note up or down an octave, changing its pitch; 3. To undergo inversion, as sugar.
