backstops
The word “backstops” has 2 syllables: back-stops.
It's pronounced as /bækˈstɒps/.
What is synonym and antonym for backstops?
In the thesaurus, “backstops” has 13 synonyms and 18 antonyms.
Here are synonyms and antonyms for backstops along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for backstops
Antonyms for backstops
- baffles
- balks
- bars
- blocks
- constrains
- fails
- foils
- hampers
- handicaps
- hinders
- holds back
- impedes
- inhibits
- obstructs
- opening
- opposes
- restrains
- thwarts
Meanings of backstops
- noun
- A thing or a person put in the rear or in the back of something to reinforce, hold, support.
- A default arrangement that holds if all else fails.
- A wall or fence behind home plate.
- A catcher; the position of catcher.
- (rounders) The player who stands immediately behind the striking base.
- The longstop.
- The wicket-keeper.
- Something serving to bolster or support a cover story etc.
- verb
- To serve as backstop for.
- To bolster, support.
Example Sentences
- The sturdy dam serves as one of the primary backstops against flooding.
- In negotiations, diplomats aim to establish clear backstops to prevent misunderstandings.
- The safety measures in the factory act as essential backstops to prevent accidents.
- A well-designed financial plan includes various backstops to mitigate potential risks.
- The legal framework serves as crucial backstops to protect individual rights and freedoms.
On this page you'll find 31 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to backstops, such as: aids, assists, baffles, balks, bar, barbed wire, barricade.
Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.