reverting (B1)

verb

Pronunciation: /rɪˈvɜːrtɪŋ/

Definition

Returning to a previous state, condition, practice, or belief.

Examples

• The company is reverting to its old logo after the rebranding failed.

• He found himself reverting to old habits despite his best efforts.

• The conversation kept reverting to the same topic.

How to Use reverting

revert to (prepositional phrase)

To return to a previous state, practice, or belief. — "The software is reverting to its previous version due to bugs."

revert to type (idiom)

To show again the characteristics of one's origin or former self, especially negative ones. — "He tried to be polite, but he soon reverted to type and became rude."

Synonyms of reverting

Words with a similar meaning to reverting:

• returning
• reverting
• receding
• regressing

Antonyms of reverting

Words with the opposite meaning to reverting:

• advancing
• progressing
• evolving

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