obverse
/ˈɑbˌvɜrs/
adjective
- Relating to or being the side of a coin or medal that bears the main design.
- The obverse design was changed in the new coin series.
- The obverse image shows the queen wearing a crown.
- He studied the obverse inscription under a magnifying glass.
- Serving as the counterpart or opposite of something.
- The obverse argument suggests that taxes should be lowered.
- Her generosity is the obverse side of her ambition.
- In many myths, the hero and the villain are obverse figures.
noun
- The side of a coin or medal that has the main design (usually a head or portrait).
- The obverse of the quarter features George Washington's profile.
- Collectors often pay more for coins with a rare error on the obverse.
- She carefully examined the obverse of the medal before turning it over.
- The opposite or counterpart of something, especially a contrasting aspect.
- The obverse of freedom is responsibility.
- His calm exterior was the obverse of his inner turmoil.
- Poverty is the obverse of wealth in many societies.
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