Synonyms: reversal, turn around
Definition: turning in an opposite direction or position
Usage: the reversal of the image in the lens
Synonyms: pick up, turn around
Definition: improve significantly; go from bad to good
Usage: Her performance in school picked up
Similar words: meliorate, better, ameliorate, improve
Definition: get better
Usage: The weather improved toward evening
Synonyms: turn around
Definition: improve dramatically
Usage: The new strategy turned around sales; The tutor turned around my son's performance in math
Similar words: meliorate, improve, ameliorate, amend, better
Definition: to make better
Usage: The editor improved the manuscript with his changes
Synonyms: swing about, swing around, turn around
Definition: turn abruptly and face the other way, either physically or metaphorically
Usage: He turned around to face his opponent; My conscience told me to turn around before I made a mistake
Similar words: turn
Definition: change orientation or direction, also in the abstract sense
Usage: Turn towards me; The mugger turned and fled before I could see his face; She turned from herself and learned to listen to others' needs