(back-fire) 2 syllables

Definition

noun. and
verb. 1 to have results that are the opposite of what one wanted; 2 to give off a loud explosive noise that means the engine of a car or other vehicle is not working p

Example Sentence

Your comments may backfire and cause you a lot of trouble.

Synonyms

backlash; recoil; opposite

Antonyms

goes as plan

Hear It! Say It! Write It!

backfire
Hear It! Say It! Write It!

Rhymes

  • backfire