taken back

The phrase “taken back” has 3 syllables: tak-en back.

It's pronounced as /ˈteɪkən bæk/.


What is synonym and antonym for taken back?

In the thesaurus, “taken back” has 3 synonyms and 9 antonyms.

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


Synonyms for taken back

  • denied
  • retracted
  • withdrawn

Antonyms for taken back

  • acknowledged
  • admitted
  • affirmed
  • asserted
  • claimed
  • contended
  • declared
  • maintained
  • stated

Example Sentences

  • She was taken back by the unexpected generosity of her friends.
  • The professor was taken back by the student's insightful question.
  • He was taken back to his childhood when he visited his hometown.
  • The news of the accident left us all taken back in shock.
  • Her boldness in the meeting taken back her colleagues, they had never seen her speak so confidently before.

On this page you'll find 12 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to taken back, such as: acknowledged, admitted, affirmed, asserted, claimed, contended, declared.

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