revert

[rɪˈvɜːt]

revert Definition

  • 1return to a previous state, practice, topic, or mode of communication
  • 2reply to someone in a way that continues or confirms a previous conversation

Using revert: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "revert" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The company will revert to its original policy.

  • Example

    I will revert to your email as soon as possible.

  • Example

    After trying new methods, we decided to revert to the old one.

  • Example

    He always reverts to talking about his ex-girlfriend.

revert Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for revert

Antonyms for revert

Phrases with revert

  • return to behaving in a characteristic way, especially after a temporary change

    Example

    After a few months, he reverted to type and started ignoring his responsibilities again.

  • return to behaving in a characteristic way, especially after a temporary change

    Example

    After a few weeks of good behavior, he reverted to form and started causing trouble again.

  • return to a childlike state, often in response to stress or trauma

    Example

    Whenever she's under a lot of pressure, she tends to revert to childhood and act out.

Origins of revert

from Latin 'revertere', meaning 'to turn back'

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Summary: revert in Brief

The verb 'revert' [rɪˈvɜːt] means to return to a previous state, practice, topic, or mode of communication. It can also mean to reply to someone in a way that continues or confirms a previous conversation. Examples include 'The company will revert to its original policy.' and 'I will revert to your email as soon as possible.' Phrases like 'revert to type' and 'revert to childhood' describe returning to characteristic behaviors.

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