Pronunciation: /ɪnˈvɜrʒən/
noun a reversal of the normal order of words, typically for rhetorical effect but also found in the regular formation of questions in English
A1 I don't understand the concept of inversion in English grammar.
A2 She asked a question using inversion in the sentence structure.
B1 The poet used inversion to create a more poetic effect in the poem.
B2 Inversion is a common technique used in literature to add emphasis.
C1 The composer's use of inversion in the musical piece was praised by critics.
C2 The scientist's groundbreaking research led to a paradigm inversion in the field of physics.
adjective involving or relating to inversion
A1 I saw an inversion of colors in the sunset.
A2 The inversion of the pyramid puzzled archaeologists.
B1 The artist used an inversion technique to create a unique painting.
B2 The scientist discovered an inversion layer in the atmosphere.
C1 The novel's plot featured a clever inversion of traditional gender roles.
C2 The filmmaker's use of narrative inversion added depth to the story.
formal The scientist studied the phenomenon of light inversion in the laboratory.
informal I heard that light inversion is a cool topic in physics class.
slang Inversion is like flipping things upside down, it's pretty neat.
figurative The inversion of power dynamics in the company led to a shift in leadership.
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