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topsy-turvy
[top-see-tur-vee]
adverb
with the top where the bottom should be; upside down.
in or into a reversed condition or order.
in or into a state of confusion or disorder.
adjective
turned upside down; inverted; reversed.
a topsy-turvy reflection.
confused or disorderly.
a topsy-turvy classroom.
noun
plural
topsy-turviesinversion of the natural order.
a state of confusion or disorder.
topsy-turvy
/ ˈɒɪˈɜːɪ /
adjective
upside down
in a state of confusion
adverb
in a topsy-turvy manner
noun
a topsy-turvy state
Other 51Թ Forms
- topsy-turvily adverb
- topsyturviness noun
51Թ History and Origins
Origin of topsy-turvy1
51Թ History and Origins
Origin of topsy-turvy1
Example Sentences
Australia suffered a dramatic second-innings batting collapse to leave the World Test Championship final hanging in the balance after another topsy-turvy day dominated by the bowlers at Lord's.
A graphic novel backed by Ridley Scott is launching during a topsy-turvy time for the industry.
There are still opportunities to impress Wiegman but time is running out - and following this topsy-turvy double header with Belgium, the England manager has plenty to think about.
A solitary point in the final end proved decisive for world number one Bruce Mouat's rink, who beat Sweden and Canada to reach the gold medal match after a topsy-turvy round-robin stage.
The young Dane was United's most impressive player in the topsy-turvy draw at Everton, with 17 final-third touches and four crosses.
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- chaotic
- confused
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