Which term means turning outward?

• A. Flexion
• B. Eversion
• C. Pronation
• D. Supination

Answer: (B)

Eversion is the movement that means turning outward. In the context of the foot, eversion tilts the sole away from the midline, lifting the medial edge and turning the sole laterally. It’s the opposite of inversion, which turns the sole inward toward the midline.

Flexion is bending a joint to reduce its angle. Pronation and supination are rotational movements: pronation typically rotates the forearm so the palm faces downward (and, in the foot, the sole turns inward), while supination rotates the forearm so the palm faces upward (and, in the foot, the sole turns outward). So when you’re asked for turning outward, eversion is the best fit.