about-turn

The word “about-turn” has 3 syllables: a-bout-turn.

It's pronounced as /əˌbaʊtˈtɜːrn/.


What is synonym and antonym for about-turn?

In the thesaurus, “about-turn” has 2 synonyms.

Here are synonyms for about-turn along with examples of usage in sentences.


Synonyms for about-turn

  • reversal
  • volte-face

Meanings of about-turn

  • noun
    1. A turn of 180 degrees, typically in a military formation.
    2. Total reversal of opinion or attitude.
  • verb
    1. To turn 180 degrees, typically in a military formation.

Example Sentences

  • The sudden about-turn in the company's policy left employees feeling uncertain about their future.
  • His decision to make an about-turn on the project surprised his colleagues.
  • The government's unexpected about-turn on the tax policy sparked controversy among citizens.
  • The team's strategic about-turn led to a significant improvement in their performance.
  • Her abrupt about-turn in opinion left her friends puzzled and questioning her motives.

On this page you'll find 2 synonyms or another words to about-turn, such as: reversal, volte-face.

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

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  • disownments
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  • irresolutions
  • renunciations
  • retractions
  • reversals
  • second thoughts
  • switcheroos
  • turnabouts
  • turnarounds
  • u-turns
  • volte-faces
  • wobblings

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