Retraction — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun /ri-ˈtrak-shən/ re·trac·tion

Meaning & Definition of Retraction

Retraction (noun)

  1. an act of recanting; specifically, a statement made by one retracting
  2. an act of retracting, the state of being retracted
  3. the ability to retract

Retraction (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. as in denial, repudiation

    similar: denial, disaffirmance, disavowal, disownment, recantation, renunciation, repudiation, bait and switch, switcheroo, reconsideration, retreat, second thought, about-face, about-turn (British), flip-flop, reversal, turnabout, turnaround, U-turn, volte-face, hesitation, indecision, irresolution, shilly-shallying, vacillation, wavering, wobbling

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Retraction

The most common words with a similar meaning to Retraction:

British: about-turn
denial, disaffirmance, disavowal, disownment, recantation, renunciation, repudiation, bait and switch, switcheroo, reconsideration, retreat, second thought, about-face, flip-flop, reversal, turnabout, turnaround, U-turn, volte-face, hesitation, indecision, irresolution, shilly-shallying, vacillation, wavering, wobbling

Origin & Etymology of Retraction

First known use: 14th century

Frequently Asked Questions about Retraction

What does "Retraction" mean?

"Retraction" means an act of recanting; specifically, a statement made by one retracting. As a noun, it is defined as: an act of recanting; specifically, a statement made by one retracting.

What is another word for "Retraction"?

Other words for "Retraction" include denial, disaffirmance, disavowal, disownment, recantation, renunciation, repudiation and bait and switch. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Retraction" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Retraction"?

There are 27 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Retraction". Common alternatives include denial, disaffirmance, disavowal, disownment, recantation, renunciation, repudiation, bait and switch, switcheroo and reconsideration.

Is "Retraction" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Retraction" is a noun.

How do you pronounce "Retraction"?

"Retraction" is pronounced /ri-ˈtrak-shən/ and divided into syllables as re·trac·tion.

What is the origin of the word "Retraction"?

First known use: 14th century.

What is another word for "Retraction" meaning "as in denial, repudiation"?

When "Retraction" (noun) means as in denial, repudiation, synonyms include denial, disaffirmance, disavowal, disownment, recantation and renunciation.