REVERSAL

Definition

1. noun a change from one state to the opposite state.
2. noun an unfortunate happening that hinders or impedes. — synonyms: reverse, setback, blow, black_eye
3. noun turning in an opposite direction or position. — synonyms: turn_around
4. noun a decision to reverse an earlier decision. — synonyms: change_of_mind, flip-flop, turnabout, turnaround
5. noun a judgment by a higher court that the judgment of a lower court was incorrect and should be set aside.
6. noun turning in the opposite direction. — synonyms: reversion, reverse, turnabout, turnaround
7. noun the act of reversing the order or place of. — synonyms: transposition
8. noun a major change in attitude or principle or point of view. — synonyms: about-face, volte-face, policy_change