backing away
The phrase “backing away” has 4 syllables: back-ing a-way.
It's pronounced as /ˈbækɪŋ əˈweɪ/.
What is synonym and antonym for backing away?
In the thesaurus, “backing away” has 8 synonyms and 2 antonyms.
Here are synonyms and antonyms for backing away along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for backing away
- dropping back
- falling back
- giving way
- losing ground
- pulling out
- retiring
- retreating
- withdrawing
Antonyms for backing away
- advancing
- facing
Example Sentences
- Faced with the growling dog, the mail carrier cautiously started backing away.
- The child, frightened by the loud noise, began backing away from the source.
- Realizing the danger, the hiker quickly started backing away from the edge of the cliff.
- As the argument escalated, one of the participants began backing away to avoid confrontation.
- The wary deer observed the approaching human and started backing away into the forest.
On this page you'll find 10 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to backing away, such as: advancing, dropping back, facing, falling back, giving way, losing ground, pulling out.
Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.
Related Words
falling back
- backing away
- dropping back
- giving way
- losing ground
- pulling out
- retiring
- retreating
- withdrawing