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obverse

Learn how to correctly hyphenate "obverse" with detailed syllable breakdown and pronunciation guide.

2 syllables
7 characters
English (US)
2syllables

obverse

Hyphenation via the Knuth-Liang algorithm — result not verified against authoritative sources.

obverse is a polysyllabic word with 2 syllables. Using the Knuth-Liang algorithm, we calculated the hyphenation for the word you’ve entered. However, this hyphenation has not been verified against authoritative sources and may be approximate. This is because the algorithm relies on pre-defined patterns that may not cover all exceptions, contextual variations, or irregular spellings. We are working to verify hyphenations against trusted sources to ensure greater accuracy. For now, obverse is hyphenated as:

Definitions ofobverse

1noun
  • The heads side of a coin, or the side of a medal or badge that has the principal design.

    Example: "The medal had a cross on the obverse and had a name inscribed on the reverse."

  • A proposition obtained by obversion, e.g. All men are mortal => No man is immortal.
1adjective
  • Turned or facing toward the observer.

    Synonyms: facing, presenting

    Example: "The obverse side of the gravestone has the inscription."

  • Corresponding; complementary.

    Synonyms: analogous, like, parallel, reciprocal

    Example: "When you speak clearly, people understand you. If you don't mumble, the obverse effect is observed."

  • Having the base, or end next to the attachment, narrower than the top.

    Example: "an obverse leaf"

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