Retractions — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun /ri-ˈtrak-shən/ re·trac·tion

Meaning & Definition of Retractions

Retractions (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

Retractions (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. as in denials, repudiations

    similar: denials, disaffirmances, disavowals, disownments, recantations, renunciations, repudiations, bait and switches, switcheroos, reconsiderations, retreats, second thoughts, about-faces, about-turns (British), flip-flops, reversals, turnabouts, turnarounds, U-turns, volte-faces, hesitations, indecisions, irresolutions, vacillations, wobblings

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Retractions

The most common words with a similar meaning to Retractions:

British: about-turns
denials, disaffirmances, disavowals, disownments, recantations, renunciations, repudiations, bait and switches, switcheroos, reconsiderations, retreats, second thoughts, about-faces, flip-flops, reversals, turnabouts, turnarounds, U-turns, volte-faces, hesitations, indecisions, irresolutions, vacillations, wobblings

Origin & Etymology of Retractions

First known use: 14th century

Frequently Asked Questions about Retractions

What does "Retractions" mean?

"Retractions" 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 "Retractions"?

Other words for "Retractions" include denials, disaffirmances, disavowals, disownments, recantations, renunciations, repudiations and bait and switches. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Retractions" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Retractions"?

There are 25 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Retractions". Common alternatives include denials, disaffirmances, disavowals, disownments, recantations, renunciations, repudiations, bait and switches, switcheroos and reconsiderations.

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

"Retractions" is a noun.

How do you pronounce "Retractions"?

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

What is the origin of the word "Retractions"?

First known use: 14th century.

What is another word for "Retractions" meaning "as in denials, repudiations"?

When "Retractions" (noun) means as in denials, repudiations, synonyms include denials, disaffirmances, disavowals, disownments, recantations and renunciations.