Synonyms for

Revert

Verb / rɪˈvɜ:t / / ri:ˈvɜ:t / Another word for revert — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to return to a previous state or condition

Synonyms & similar words

regress retrovert return turnback return regress retreat backslide reverse recapitulate retrace revisit resile resort retrogress revive renew reestablish reinstate reintroduce reimpose reinstitute reinhabit

Synonyms by register

Formal

return recur regress

Informal

go back turn back backtrack

Literary

recede relapse

Antonyms

advance progress forward develop improve innovate change

Common collocations

  • revert to type
  • revert to default
  • revert to normal
  • revert to the previous state
  • revert to the original setting
  • revert to a previous version

Word family

noun reversion
verb revert
adjective revertible

Usage note

Often used in computing to mean returning to a previous state or setting. Can also mean returning to a previous condition or habit.

Example sentences

  1. I will revert to my old ways if I don't change now.
  2. The software will automatically revert to its previous settings.
  3. He decided to revert back to his old job.
  4. The building will revert to its original owner.
  5. The company will revert to its old policy.

Quotes

  • We cannot revert to old practices.
  • The clock will revert to its previous state at midnight.
  • It is hard to revert to a previous stage after a certain amount of progress.

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