aback
The word “aback” has 1 syllable: aback
It's pronounced as /əˈbæk/
What is synonym and antonym for aback?
In the thesaurus, “aback” has 16 synonyms and 7 antonyms.
Here are synonyms and antonyms for aback along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for aback
- abruptly
- all of a sudden
- amazingly
- astoundingly
- confused
- off base
- short
- suddenly
- surprised
- surprisingly
- thrown off
- thrown off guard
- unanticipatedly
- unaware
- unawares
- unexpectedly
Antonyms for aback
Meanings of aback
- adverb
- Towards the back or rear; backwards.
- In the rear; a distance behind.
- By surprise; startled; dumbfounded. (see usage).
- Backward against the mast; said of the sails when pressed by the wind from the "wrong" (forward) side, or of a ship when its sails are set that way.
- noun
- An abacus.
Example Sentences
- The unexpected news took her completely aback, leaving her speechless.
- The sudden change in weather caught the hikers aback, forcing them to seek shelter.
- His bold and unconventional approach to problem-solving left his colleagues aback but intrigued.
- The swift and decisive action of the leader left the opposing team aback and unprepared.
- The professor's unorthodox teaching methods initially took the students aback, but they soon found it engaging.
On this page you'll find 23 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to aback, such as: abruptly, all of a sudden, amazingly, astoundingly, confused, laggardly, leisurely.
Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.
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taken by surprise
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- engulf
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