tailback

The word “tailback” has 2 syllables: tail-back

It's pronounced as /ˈteɪlˌbæk/

What is synonym and antonym for tailback?

In the thesaurus, “tailback” has 24 synonyms.

Here are synonyms for tailback along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for tailback

backup
blocking back
bottleneck
congestion
crawl
delay
flanker back
fullback
gridlock
halfback
jam
jam-up
lock
logjam
offensive back
plunging back
slotback
slowdown
snarl
stoppage
tangle
tie-up
traffic
wingback

Meanings of tailback

noun
1. A line of motor vehicles causing or the result of traffic congestion or a traffic jam; backup.
2. A running back or halfback who lines up furthest to the rear in an I formation.

Example Sentences

The traffic was at a standstill due to a massive tailback on the highway.
The accident caused a long tailback of cars trying to exit the city.
The impatient driver honked his horn as he found himself stuck in a frustrating tailback.
The construction work ahead led to a significant tailback of vehicles on the busy road.
The unexpected road closure resulted in a miles-long tailback of frustrated commuters.

On this page you'll find 24 synonyms or another words to tailback, such as: backup, blocking back, bottleneck, congestion, crawl, delay, flanker back.

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