backed away
The phrase “backed away” has 3 syllables: backed a-way
It's pronounced as /bækt əˈweɪ/
What is synonym and antonym for backed away?
In the thesaurus, “backed away” has 33 synonyms and 10 antonyms.
Here are synonyms and antonyms for backed away along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for backed away
- abandoned
- backed down
- backpedaled
- backtracked
- bowed out
- climbed down
- departed
- detached
- disengaged
- disentangled
- dropped back
- evacuated
- fell back
- fled
- flew
- flinched
- gave ground
- gave way
- left
- lost ground
- pulled away
- pulled out
- quit
- quitted
- receded
- recoiled
- retired
- retreated
- shrank
- shrunk
- vacated
- went
- withdrew
Antonyms for backed away
Example Sentences
- Startled by the sudden noise, the cat backed away from the unfamiliar sound.
- As the aggressive dog approached, the smaller dog timidly backed away.
- Faced with the unexpected confrontation, he nervously backed away.
- Uncomfortable with the intense conversation, she silently backed away.
- The child, frightened by the towering figure, instinctively backed away.
On this page you'll find 43 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to backed away, such as: abandoned, advanced, backed down, backpedaled, backtracked, bearded, bowed out.
Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.