backing off

The phrase “backing off” has 3 syllables: back-ing off

It's pronounced as /ˈbækɪŋ ɒf/

What is synonym and antonym for backing off?

In the thesaurus, “backing off” has 32 synonyms and 4 antonyms.

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

Synonyms for backing off

abandon
abjuring
abnegating
back down
backing down
backing out
backpedaling
backtracking
balk
begging off
copping out
crying off
disavowing
finking out
foreswearing
forswearing
give up
going back on
recalling
recanting
recede
reneging
repudiating
retire
retracting
surrender
taking back
unsaying
wimping out
withdraw
withdrawing
yield

Antonyms for backing off

fulfilling
honoring
keeping
satisfying

Example Sentences

Feeling the tension rise, he wisely started backing off from the argument.
Recognizing the mistake, she immediately began backing off from the controversial statement.
The aggressive dog barked loudly, causing the smaller dog to start backing off.
As the negotiations became more intense, both parties reluctantly started backing off.
The supervisor noticed the confusion and quickly started backing off to give clearer instructions.

On this page you'll find 36 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to backing off, such as: abandon, abjuring, abnegating, back down, backing down, backing out, backpedaling.

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