Backtalk
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈbæk.tɔːk/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Backtalk is a noun meaning Verbal impudence or argumentative discourse, given in response.
Meaning
Verbal impudence or argumentative discourse, given in response.
More Meanings
- (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.
Peter was sent to detention for backtalking the teacher.
"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?"
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."
Word Forms
- backtalks
- backtalking
- backtalked
Synonyms for backtalk
Depending on context, synonyms include backchat, derision, lip, cheek, sass, rebuttal.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include sass, lip, mouth, sassing, back chat, backchat.
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