back down

The phrase “back down” has 2 syllables: back down.

It's pronounced as /ˈbæk ˈdaʊn/.

What is synonym and antonym for back down?

In the thesaurus, “back down” has 20 synonyms and 9 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for back down along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for back down

abandon
admit
back off
back out
backtrack
balk
cancel
cave in
concede
cop out
give in
give up
pull back
pull out
recall
renege
retreat
surrender
take back
withdraw

Antonyms for back down

advance
allow
dispute
dissent
fight
permit
refuse
reject
uphold

Meanings of back down

verb

To take a less aggressive position in a conflict than one previously has or has planned to.

Example Sentences

Despite the heated argument, neither party was willing to back down.
The determined activist refused to back down in the face of opposition.
In negotiations, it's essential to stand firm on your position and not easily back down.
The competitors engaged in a fierce battle, each unwilling to back down.
The leader's strong conviction compelled them not to back down from their principles.

On this page you'll find 29 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to back down, such as: abandon, admit, advance, allow, back off, back out, backtrack.

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