backtracks

The word “backtracks” has 2 syllables: back-tracks

It's pronounced as /bækˈtræks/

What is synonym and antonym for backtracks?

In the thesaurus, “backtracks” has 34 synonyms and 8 antonyms.

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

Synonyms for backtracks

abjures
abnegates
about-faces
abrogates
annuls
backpedals
backs down
backs off
backs out
begs off
cops out
countermands
cries off
disavows
finks out
foreswears
forswears
overturns
recalls
recants
reneges
repeals
repudiates
rescinds
retracts
reverses
reverts
revokes
strikes down
switches
takes back
unsays
wimps out
withdraws

Antonyms for backtracks

fulfills
fulfils
honors
keeps
maintains
satisfies
supports
upholds

Meanings of backtracks

noun
1. The act of backtracking.
verb
1. To retrace one's steps.
2. To repeat or review work already done.
3. To taxi down an active runway in the opposite direction to that being used for takeoff.
4. To exercise a racehorse around the racetrack in the opposite direction to that in which races are run.

Example Sentences

The GPS system often backtracks when it encounters a dead end or a closed road.
The athlete sometimes backtracks during training to reinforce fundamental skills.
A responsible leader rarely backtracks on their commitments once they've been made.
The author occasionally backtracks in the narrative to provide context for the story's events.
It's frustrating when someone backtracks on their promises, causing uncertainty and distrust in relationships.

On this page you'll find 42 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to backtracks, such as: abjures, abnegates, about-faces, abrogates, annuls, backpedals, backs down.

Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.