Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

push-back

noun
/ˈpʊʃ.bæk/
Definition
An act of defending or resisting something.
Examples
  • After the new policy was announced, there was significant push-back from the employees.
  • The push-back from the community led to a revision of the project plans.
  • Many organizations experience push-back when implementing new technologies.
Meaning
To push back refers to the act of resisting or opposing an idea, proposal, or change.
Synonyms
  • resistance
  • opposition
  • rejection
  • defiance