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ob·verse
 obverse
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- pronunciation:
 b
vuhrs
- parts of speech:
- noun, adjective
- features:
- Word Parts
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noun |
| definition 1: |
the face, front, or principal surface of anything, esp. of a coin, medal, or the like. (Cf. reverse).
The obverse side of a U.S. quarter features the image of George Washington. |
| definition 2: |
the more prominent or conspicuous of two alternatives.
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| definition 3: |
the counterpart, as to a proposition in logic.
The obverse of "All water runs downhill" is "No water runs uphill." |
| related words: |
converse |
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| part of speech: |
adjective |
| definition 1: |
of a side or surface, turned toward or facing the observer.
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| definition 2: |
in relation to something else as a counterpart or complement.
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The word obverse
contains the following part:
vers, vert
Latin
root
that means to turn; to be occupied with
  Example words:
adversary, adverse, adversity, advertise, advertisement, anniversary, avert, controversial, controversy, conversation, converse1, convert, convertible, diverse, diversion, diversity, divert, divorce, extrovert, invert, invertebrate, irreversible, reverse, universe, university, versatile, verse, version, versus, vertebrate, vertex, vertical
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