Inverse

Synonyms of inverse

• contrary
• opposite
• reverse

Antonyms of inverse

• normal
• direct
• converse

Collocations of inverse

inverse relationship

Frequency: 80 %

There is an inverse relationship between the amount of exercise and weight gain.

inverse proportion

Frequency: 70 %

In this experiment, we observed an inverse proportion between temperature and pressure.

inverse function

Frequency: 60 %

The mathematician studied the properties of the inverse function.

inverse square

Frequency: 50 %

The intensity of light is inversely proportional to the square of the distance from the source.

inverse operation

Frequency: 45 %

Subtraction is the inverse operation of addition.

Idiomatic Expressions for inverse

• Phrase: the inverse relationship
  Meaning: indicating a relationship where one variable increases as the other decreases
  Usage: In economics, there is often an inverse relationship between supply and demand.