Synonyms for
Overturned
Definition
Overturned means to turn something upside down or to reverse a decision or ruling.
Synonyms & similar words
countermand
revoke
tipover
knockover
revolutionise
vacate
annul
upturned
revolutionize
overrule
rescind
bringdown
turnover
bowlover
reverse
overthrow
subvert
upset
repeal
tumpover
override
lift
overturn
upend
invert
flip
reverse
capsize
topple
tip
tumble
overthrow
overrule
nullify
invalidate
cancel
revoke
rescind
annul
void
undo
quash
negate
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Antonyms
Common collocations
- overturned a decision
- overturned a vehicle
- overturned the table
- overturned the verdict
- overturned the ruling
- overturned the charges
- overturned the boat
Word family
Usage note
Often used in legal contexts to mean reversing a previous decision or verdict. Can also refer to physically tipping something over.
Example sentences
- The wind overturned the garbage can, and trash was everywhere.
- The court overturned the previous decision and ruled in favor of the defendant.
- He overturned the vase while reaching for the remote control.
- She overturned the board game in frustration.
- The car overturned in the accident.
Quotes
Life is a moderately good play with a badly written third act. - Truman Capote
The darkest hour is just before the dawn. - Thomas Fuller
There is nothing permanent except change. - Heraclitus