aback Definition
surprised or shocked by something unexpected.
Using aback: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "aback" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
I was taken aback by his sudden outburst.
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She was completely aback when she heard the news.
Example
He was caught aback by the sudden change in plans.
aback Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for aback
- astonished
- amazed
- startled
- taken aback
Origins of aback
from Middle English 'a bak', meaning 'backward'
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Summary: aback in Brief
'Aback' [əˈbak] is an adverb that describes being surprised or shocked by something unexpected. Synonyms include 'astonished,' 'amazed,' and 'startled.' Examples of its use include 'I was taken aback by his sudden outburst' and 'She was completely aback when she heard the news.'
