inverted vs rearward

inverted

adj
  • Having the order or direction changed; for example turned upside down, reversed or in any other way opposite or contrary. 

  • (of a chord) Having the lowest note transposed an octave higher. 

  • (of sugar) Having its polarization changed by hydrolysis; see invert sugar. 

rearward

adj
  • Toward the back or rear of something. 

noun
  • The last troop; the rear of an army; a rear guard. 

  • The part that comes last or is situated in the rear; conclusion, wind-up. 

adv
  • Toward the back or rear of something. 

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