What does back talk mean?
Back talk means Verbal impudence or argumentative discourse, given in response..
Back talk
/ˈbæk.tɔːk/ · noun
Meaning
Verbal impudence or argumentative discourse, given in response..
Definitions by Sense
- Verbal impudence or argumentative discourse, given in response.
- (transitive) To respond to in an aggressively disputatious, often sarcastic or insolent manner.
Example Sentences
Don't give me any backtalk; just go clean your room.
He scratched his head. "Well, damn me," said he. "I never thought I would take orders from a Chink, but he says 'hist!' and by crums you've got to hist and no back talk either."
"Squalled at me that she owned the business and that she wouldn't take any back talk from me and that the piece wasn't for sale. What could I do?"
Peter was sent to detention for backtalking the teacher.
Synonyms for back talk
Antonyms for back talk
Related Words
Word Forms
- backtalks
- backtalking
- backtalked
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for back talk?
Common synonyms include backchat, derision, lip, cheek.
What is the opposite of back talk?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use back talk in a sentence?
Don't give me any backtalk; just go clean your room.
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