No. 8,760 in Dutch
inverse
The Dutch word "inverse" means "opposite" or "reversed" in English.
In a sentence
In wiskunde is de inverse van het getal x gelijk aan 1 gedeeld door x.
In mathematics, the inverse of the number x is equal to 1 divided by x.
In this case, 'inverse' is used to describe the reciprocal mathematical operation.
De inverse relatie tussen snelheid en reistijd betekent dat hogere snelheid minder reistijd betekent.
The inverse relationship between speed and travel time means that higher speed results in less travel time.
Here, 'inverse' refers to a proportional relationship where one quantity decreases when another increases.
De inverse kleuren in deze afbeelding zorgen voor een opvallend effect.
The inverse colors in this image create a striking effect.
In this instance, 'inverse' is employed to describe contrasted or opposite colors.
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