having financial or other support, supported by evidence or authority, having a back or backing

backed into a corner, backed up, backed out

Formal and Informal Expressions of backed

In different contexts, you can replace 'backed' with suitable alternatives. In a more formal setting, 'supported, financed, endorsed' is apt. In informal speech or writing, 'got your back, had your back, had someone's back' is a commonplace synonym.

backed: Explore its Definition & Usage

backed Definition

1having financial or other support
2supported by evidence or authority
3having a back or backing

Using backed: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "backed" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

Example
The project is backed by several investors.
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The claims are backed up by scientific research.
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The chair has a comfortable, backed design.
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The athlete was backed by his team and coach.

backed Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for backed

Antonyms for backed

Phrases with backed

backed into a corner
to be in a difficult situation with no escape
Example
The company was backed into a corner when their main supplier went bankrupt.
backed up
to have support or assistance from someone or something
Example
The politician felt confident knowing that he was backed up by his party.
backed out
to withdraw from an agreement or commitment
Example
The company backed out of the deal at the last minute.

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Summary: backed in Brief

The term 'backed' [bækt] refers to having support, whether financial, evidential, or structural. It can describe a project, claim, or design, as in 'The project is backed by several investors,' 'The claims are backed up by scientific research,' and 'The chair has a comfortable, backed design.' 'Backed' also extends into phrases like 'backed into a corner,' indicating a difficult situation, and 'backed up,' meaning to have support or assistance.