backpedaled

The word “backpedaled” has 3 syllables: back-pe-daled

It's pronounced as /ˈbækˌpɛdəld/

What is synonym and antonym for backpedaled?

In the thesaurus, “backpedaled” has 22 synonyms and 4 antonyms.

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

Synonyms for backpedaled

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

Antonyms for backpedaled

fulfilled
honored
kept
satisfied

Meanings of backpedaled

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

After his controversial statement, the politician quickly backpedaled to mitigate public outrage.
The company initially promised reforms but later backpedaled on their commitments.
Faced with overwhelming evidence, the suspect finally backpedaled on their alibi.
The athlete initially boasted about their abilities but soon backpedaled when challenged by competitors.
Despite initial enthusiasm, the administration eventually backpedaled on its proposed policy changes.

On this page you'll find 26 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to backpedaled, such as: abjured, abnegated, backed down, backed off, backed out, backtracked, begged off.

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