overturn

/ˈɒvərˌtɜːrn/

Definitions

1. verb

to cause something to fall or be thrown over; to turn something upside down

“The storm could overturn the boat.”

2. verb

to decide or declare that something is no longer valid or true

“The court overturned the previous ruling.”

3. noun

a sudden and complete change in a situation or system

“The economic downturn led to an overturn in the government.”

Synonyms

  • turnover
  • upheaval
  • upset

Antonyms

  • strengthen
  • uphold