English Explanatory Dictionary

backtalk

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. Verbal impudence or argumentative discourse, given in response.
verb
  1. To respond to in an aggressively disputatious, often sarcastic or insolent manner.

Pronunciation

/ˈbæk.tɔːk/ /ˈbæk.tɔk/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-NaomiAmethyst-backtalk.wav

Word forms

backtalk backtalks backtalking backtalked

Etymology

From back + talk.

Synonyms

backchat derision lip cheek sass rebuttal mouth off talk back

Related words

backchat talkback talk back

Derived words

backtalker
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