Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
about-face
noun
/əˈbaʊt.feɪs/
Definition
A complete reversal of position or opinion.
Examples
- After months of discussion, the committee made an about-face and decided to support the new policy.
- The politician’s about-face on the issue surprised many of her supporters.
Meaning
An about-face occurs when someone changes their mind about a particular issue or situation, often leading to a drastic shift in actions or beliefs.
Synonyms
- reversal
- turnaround
- U-turn
