backfiring
The word “backfiring” has 3 syllables: back-fir-ing
It's pronounced as /ˈbækˌfaɪrɪŋ/
What is synonym and antonym for backfiring?
In the thesaurus, “backfiring” has 12 synonyms and 4 antonyms.
Here are synonyms and antonyms for backfiring along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for backfiring
- boomeranging
- collapsing
- declining
- flopping
- floundering
- flunking
- folding
- slipping
- slumping
- struggling
- waning
- washing out
Antonyms for backfiring
- flourishing
- prospering
- succeeding
- thriving
Meanings of backfiring
- verb
- (of a gun, cannon, Bunsen burner, etc.) To fire in the opposite direction, for example due to an obstruction in the barrel.
- (of an engine) To experience a premature ignition of fuel or an ignition of exhaust gases, making a popping sound.
- To fail in a manner that brings down further misfortune.
- noun
- A failure that leads to further misfortune.
Example Sentences
- The attempt at humor ended up backfiring and creating an awkward silence.
- The politician's controversial decision risked backfiring with negative public opinion.
- Trying to manipulate the situation was a risky move that ended up backfiring.
- The elaborate plan to gain an advantage ended up backfiring due to unforeseen complications.
- The attempt to exploit the loophole ended up backfiring when it drew attention from regulators.
On this page you'll find 16 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to backfiring, such as: boomeranging, collapsing, declining, flopping, floundering, flourishing, flunking.
Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.