Renversées (en. Overturned)
/ʁɑ̃.vɛʁ.se/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
adjective
Which has been turned upside down.
The chairs are overturned in the room.
Les chaises sont renversées dans la salle.
Which is moved from its normal position.
The glasses were overturned on the table.
Les verres étaient renversés sur la table.
Etymology
Comes from the verb 'renverser', derived from the prefix 're-' and 'verser'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
Turn the situation around
Change the course of events in favor of someone.
renverser la situation
Overturn something
To knock over or move something suddenly.
renverser quelque chose
Related Words
Overturning
The action of overturning.
renversement
To pour
To cause a liquid to flow or spill.
verser
Slang Meanings
To be under the influence of alcohol.
He is so out of it that he can't even walk.
Il est tellement renversé qu'il ne peut même pas marcher.
To be very confused or disoriented.
After this news, I am completely taken aback.
Après cette nouvelle, je suis complètement renversé.