about-faces

The word “about-faces” has 4 syllables: a-bout-fac-es.

It's pronounced as /əˌbaʊtˈfeɪsɪz/.


What is synonym and antonym for about-faces?

In the thesaurus, “about-faces” has 25 synonyms and 3 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for about-faces along with examples of usage in sentences.


Synonyms for about-faces

  • arches
  • arcs
  • backtracks
  • bends
  • bows
  • circles
  • countermands
  • crooks
  • curves
  • hooks
  • loops
  • pivots
  • policy change
  • reversal
  • reversals
  • reverses
  • reverts
  • rounds
  • spirals
  • sweeps
  • turnabout
  • turnabouts
  • turnaround
  • u-turn
  • wheels

Antonyms for about-faces

Meanings of about-faces

  • noun
    1. An abrupt turn to face the opposite direction.
    2. A reversal in direction; reversal of attitude or opinion.
  • verb
    1. To turn 180 degrees to face the opposite direction.
    2. To change opinion or attitude drastically.

Example Sentences

  • About-faces in company policies can sometimes lead to confusion among employees.
  • She made several about-faces in her career before finding her true calling.
  • The government's frequent about-faces in its foreign policy have raised concerns among diplomats.
  • The sudden about-faces in market trends can catch even seasoned investors off guard.
  • His constant about-faces in decision-making eroded trust among his colleagues.

On this page you'll find 28 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to about-faces, such as: arches, arcs, backtracks, bends, bows, circles, countermands.

Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.

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  • reversals
  • second thoughts
  • switcheroos
  • turnabouts
  • turnarounds
  • u-turns
  • volte-faces
  • wobblings

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