Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
welch
verb
/wɛltʃ/
Definition
To fail to honor a debt or obligation, often by refusing to pay or fulfill a promise.
Examples
- He decided to welch on the bet after he lost.
- Many people accuse him of welching when it comes to paying his share.
- It’s not right to welch on a promise made to your friends.
Meaning
Welch refers to not following through on an agreement or commitment, especially in financial contexts.
Synonyms
- renege
- default
- back out
- fail
