Definition of OBVERSE

obverse

Meanings

Plural: obverses

Noun

  • the more conspicuous of two alternatives or cases or sides
    • "the obverse of this issue"
  • the side of a coin or medal bearing the principal stamp or design
  • The heads side of a coin, or the side of a medal or badge that has the principal design.
  • A proposition obtained by obversion, e.g. All men are mortal => No man is immortal.

Adj

  • Turned or facing toward the observer.
  • Corresponding; complementary.
  • Having the base, or end next to the attachment, narrower than the top.

Origin / Etymology

From Latin obversus, 1650s.

Antonyms

reverse

Scrabble Score: 12

obverse is a valid Scrabble (US) TWL word
obverse is a valid Scrabble Word in Merriam-Webster MW Dictionary
obverse is a valid Scrabble Word in International Collins CSW Dictionary

Words With Friends Score: 14

obverse is a valid Words With Friends word