Overturn — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

verb noun /ˌō-vər-ˈtərn/ (verb) /ˈō-vər-ˌtərn/ (noun) over·turn

Meaning & Definition of Overturn

Overturn (verb)

  1. to cause to turn over, upset
  2. invalidate, destroy
  3. reverse

Overturn (noun)

  1. the act of overturning, the state of being overturned
  2. the sinking of surface water and rise of bottom water in a lake or sea that results from changes in temperature that commonly occur in spring and fall

Overturn (verb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. to turn on one's side or upside down

    "afraid that my kayak would overturn"

    similar: capsize, turn over, upset, turn turtle
    related: invert, overset, overthrow, pitchpole, topple, tump (over) (chiefly Southern), upend, careen, heel, keel, lean, list, tilt, tip, collapse, fall, founder, give
    opposite: right
    near: stand up, straighten (up), erect, raise

Overturn (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. as in veto, overruling

    similar: countermand, override, overruling, veto, abatement, abolishment, abolition, abrogation, annulment, avoidance, cancellation, defeasance, dissolution, invalidation, negation, nullification, quashing, repeal, rescindment, voiding, abortion, calling off, recall, retraction, reversal, revocation, suspension, withdrawal, banning, enjoining, forbiddance, outlawing, prohibition, disallowance, dismissal, rejection, elimination, eradication, erasure, liquidation, removal
    opposite: passing, ratification, approval, authorization, clearance, endorsement, permission, sanctioning, enactment, legislation, establishment, founding, institution, formalization, legalization, legitimation, legitimization, validation

  2. as in revolution, uprising

    similar: insurgency, insurrection, mutiny, overthrow, rebellion, revolt, revolution, subversion, unrest, uprising, upset, bouleversement, cataclysm, convulsion, earthquake, paroxysm, storm, tempest, tumult, upheaval, uproar, fit, seizure, spasm, eruption, flare-up, outbreak, outburst, bluster, bobbery, bustle, coil, commotion, furor, furore, fuss, hubbub, hullabaloo, hurly-burly, pandemonium, rout, row, ruckus, ruction, rumpus, shindy, squall, stew, stir, to-do, turmoil, welter, williwaw, quaking, rocking, shaking, trembling

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Overturn

The most common words with a similar meaning to Overturn:

capsize, turn over, upset, turn turtle, countermand, override, overruling, veto, abatement, abolishment, abolition, abrogation, annulment, avoidance, cancellation, defeasance, dissolution, invalidation, negation, nullification, quashing, repeal, rescindment, voiding, abortion, calling off, recall, retraction, reversal, revocation, suspension, withdrawal, banning, enjoining, forbiddance, outlawing, prohibition, disallowance, dismissal, rejection

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Overturn

Words with the opposite meaning of Overturn:

right, passing, ratification, approval, authorization, clearance, endorsement, permission, sanctioning, enactment, legislation, establishment, founding, institution, formalization, legalization, legitimation, legitimization, validation

Related Words for Overturn

invert, overset, pitchpole, topple, tump (over), upend, careen, heel, keel, lean, list, tilt, tip, collapse, fall, founder, give

Near Antonyms of Overturn

stand up, straighten (up), erect, raise

Word Forms of Overturn

Inflections: overturned, overturning, overturns

Origin & Etymology of Overturn

First known use: 13th centuryt

Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Overturn

Words & Phrases Containing Overturn

overturn the decision

Frequently Asked Questions about Overturn

What does "Overturn" mean?

"Overturn" means to cause to turn over, upset. As an a verb and a noun, it is defined as: to cause to turn over, upset. It has 3 distinct senses.

What is another word for "Overturn"?

Other words for "Overturn" include capsize, turn over, upset, turn turtle, countermand, override, overruling and veto. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Overturn" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Overturn"?

There are 118 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Overturn". Common alternatives include capsize, turn over, upset, turn turtle, countermand, override, overruling, veto, abatement and abolishment.

What is the opposite of "Overturn"?

Antonyms of "Overturn" include right, passing, ratification, approval, authorization, clearance, endorsement and permission. Near antonyms include stand up, straighten (up), erect and raise.

How do you use "Overturn" in a sentence?

Examples of "Overturn" in a sentence: "afraid that my kayak would overturn".

Is "Overturn" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Overturn" can be used as a verb and a noun, depending on the context.

Is "Overturn" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?

As a C1-level word, "Overturn" is typical of Cambridge C1 Advanced (CAE), IELTS band 7.0–8.0, TOEFL iBT 95–113, PTE Academic 76–84, TOEIC Listening & Reading 945+. Advanced words like this are also useful for the GRE, SAT, GMAT, and LSAT.

How do you pronounce "Overturn"?

"Overturn" is pronounced /ˌō-vər-ˈtərn/ as a verb and /ˈō-vər-ˌtərn/ as a noun and divided into syllables as over·turn.