inversely

C2 Topic:Describing Qualities

US /ˌɪnˈvɝːsli/ See IPA manual

Freq #86592

Meanings

1

adv
in an inverse or contrary manner

Inversely related.
2

adv
In an inverse order or manner; by inversion.

Simplifying of information at inner central area stations is thus aimworthy since the demand for information from staff is inversely proportional to simplicity.

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Synonyms

1 adv · in an inverse or contrary... reciprocally

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Phrases (1)

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inversely proportional
related so that their product remains constant, with one doubling when the other halves

Adverb + adjective

Etymology

From inverse + -ly.

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Describing Qualities Word Formation & Derivatives

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