umgepolt

reversed (polarity); changed opinion

English translations

  1. 01

    reversed

  2. 02

    switched

  3. 03

    polarized

Word details

German meaning
Verändert, in seiner ursprünglichen Richtung oder Funktion umgekehrt.
English meaning
Reversed, transformed
Synonym
verändert, umgekehrt
German example
Nach der Krise war die Wirtschaftspolitik komplett umgepolt.
English example
After the crisis, the economic policy was completely reversed.

Example sentences with “umgepolt”

  1. Das Gerät wurde umgepolt. (The device's polarity was reversed.)

Frequently asked questions

Can you use 'umgepolt' for people?

Yes, it is sometimes used colloquially to mean someone has completely changed their political or personal stance.