backpedal

The word “backpedal” has 2 syllables: back-pedal

It's pronounced as /ˈbækˌpɛdəl/

What is synonym and antonym for backpedal?

In the thesaurus, “backpedal” has 36 synonyms and 9 antonyms.

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

Synonyms for backpedal

abjure
abnegate
about-face
back
back down
back off
back out
backtrack
beg off
change
cop out
cry off
disavow
double
double back
fall back
fink out
foreswear
forswear
go back
recall
recant
renege
repudiate
rethink
retract
retreat
retrocede
retrograde
return
reverse
take back
turn back
unsay
wimp out
withdraw

Antonyms for backpedal

advance
fulfil
fulfill
honor
keep
meet
remain
satisfy
stay

Meanings of backpedal

verb
1. To pedal backwards on a bicycle.
2. To step backwards.
3. To distance oneself from an earlier claim or statement; back off from an idea.

Example Sentences

When confronted with the truth, he attempted to backpedal on his earlier statements.
As the controversy escalated, the spokesperson had to backpedal and clarify the company's position.
His attempt to backpedal from his commitments only damaged his reputation further.
The company's CEO had to backpedal after the controversial decision caused public outrage.
Instead of admitting fault, he chose to backpedal and shift the blame onto others.

On this page you'll find 45 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to backpedal, such as: abjure, abnegate, about-face, advance, back, back down, back off.

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