Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
back-out
phrasal verb
/ˈbæk aʊt/
Definition
To withdraw from a commitment or agreement.
Examples
- After reviewing the contract, she decided to back out of the deal.
- He was supposed to help with the event but chose to back out at the last minute.
Meaning
Back-out refers to the act of deciding not to go ahead with something you previously agreed to do or participate in.
Synonyms
- withdraw
- renege
- pull out
