Meaning of the word inverse in English

What does inverse mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

inverse

US /ɪnˈvɝːs/
UK /ɪnˈvɜːs/

Adjective

opposite in effect, nature, or order

Example:
There is an inverse relationship between supply and demand.
The results were the inverse of what we expected.

Noun

something that is the opposite or reverse of something else

Example:
The positive is the inverse of the negative.
He did the inverse of what I told him.