volte-face

The word “volte-face” has 2 syllables: volte-face

It's pronounced as /ˌvoʊltˈfæs/

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In the thesaurus, “volte-face” has 29 synonyms.

Here are synonyms for volte-face along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for volte-face

U-turn
about-face
about-turn
bait and switch
change of heart
denial
disaffirmance
disavowal
disownment
flip-flop
hesitation
indecision
irresolution
recantation
reconsideration
renunciation
repudiation
retraction
retreat
reversal
second thought
shilly-shallying
switcheroo
turnabout
turnaround
vacillation
wabbling
wavering
wobbling

Meanings of volte-face

noun
1. A reversal of policy, attitude or principle.

Example Sentences

The politician’s sudden volte-face surprised everyone at the press conference.
After weeks of negotiations, the company made a complete volte-face on its policy.
Her unexpected volte-face on the issue caused tension among her colleagues.
Investors were shocked by the CEO’s volte-face regarding the merger.
The committee’s volte-face changed the direction of the project entirely.

On this page you'll find 29 synonyms or another words to volte-face, such as: U-turn, about-face, about-turn, bait and switch, change of heart, denial, disaffirmance.

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