backslid
The word “backslid” has 2 syllables: back-slid
It's pronounced as /ˈbækˌslɪd/
What is synonym and antonym for backslid?
In the thesaurus, “backslid” has 14 synonyms and 7 antonyms.
Here are synonyms and antonyms for backslid along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for backslid
- declined
- degenerated
- dropped
- ebbed
- fell
- lapsed
- regressed
- relapsed
- retrograded
- retrogressed
- returned
- reverted
- threw back
- worsened
Antonyms for backslid
- advanced
- developed
- evolved
- grew
- matured
- progressed
- ripened
Meanings of backslid
- verb
- To regress; to slip backwards or revert to a previous, worse state.
- To shirk responsibility; to renege on one's obligations or commitments.
Example Sentences
- Despite his best intentions, he backslid into old habits after a period of improvement.
- The organization noticed that several members had backslid in their commitment to the cause.
- After months of progress, she unexpectedly backslid into depression and needed additional support.
- The patient's recovery was going well until he unexpectedly backslid and had to be readmitted to the hospital.
- The team's performance backslid in the second half of the season, disappointing fans and management alike.
On this page you'll find 21 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to backslid, such as: advanced, declined, degenerated, developed, dropped, ebbed, evolved.
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