What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
reverse
Example
The car started to reverse out of the parking space. [reverse: verb]
Example
I need to reverse the changes I made to the document. [reverse: verb]
Example
The company's fortunes took a reverse turn after the scandal. [reverse: noun]
undo
Example
Can you undo the last action on the computer? [undo: verb]
Example
I need to undo the knot in this rope. [undo: verb]
Example
The new policy will undo years of progress in environmental protection. [undo: verb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Undo is more commonly used in everyday language, while reverse is more common in formal or technical contexts.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between reverse and undo?
Reverse is more formal and technical, while undo is more casual and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
