Turnback

Pronunciation: /ˈtɝnˈbæk/

Turnback (verb)

  1. to go back in the direction you came from.
  2. to stop someone from continuing on a path or plan.

Examples

  • They decided to turn back when they saw the storm approaching.
  • The project will turn back if we don't receive more funding.

Common collocations: turn back quickly, turn back suddenly, turn back completely, turn back temporarily

Synonyms of Turnback

Neutral

Antonyms of Turnback

  • — to move forward or make progress.
  • — to continue or move forward.