backed down

The phrase “backed down” has 2 syllables: backed down

It's pronounced as /bækt daʊn/

What is synonym and antonym for backed down?

In the thesaurus, “backed down” has 23 synonyms and 4 antonyms.

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

Synonyms for backed down

abjured
abnegated
backed off
backed out
backpedaled
backtracked
begged off
copped out
cried off
disavowed
finked out
foreswore
forswore
recalled
recanted
reneged
repudiated
retracted
took back
unsaid
went back on
wimped out
withdrew

Antonyms for backed down

fulfilled
honored
kept
satisfied

Example Sentences

In the negotiation, neither party backed down from their demands.
Faced with the challenge, she never backed down and persevered.
Despite the pressure, the leader firmly backed down on compromising principles.
The determined athlete never backed down from a tough opponent.
In the face of criticism, she gracefully backed down and reconsidered her position.

On this page you'll find 27 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to backed down, such as: abjured, abnegated, backed off, backed out, backpedaled, backtracked, begged off.

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