Inversely

/ɪnˈvɜːrsli/

Meaning & Definition

adverb

In a direction opposite to that of something else; in reverse order or manner.

As speed increases, the time required to travel inversely decreases.

In a way that is opposite or contrary in effect or relation.

The two variables are inversely related, meaning that as one increases, the other decreases.

In a manner such that one thing corresponds to the reciprocal of another.

The activity of the enzyme changed inversely as the temperature varied.

Derived from the Latin 'inversus', meaning 'turned upside down'.

inversely proportional

Referring to a relationship where one quantity increases as another decreases.

inversely related

Describing two variables that move in opposite directions.

inverse

Opposite in nature, direction, or effect.

reversal

The action of reversing something to its opposite.