backtracked Get Printable Handwriting Hear It! Say It! Write It! Learn It! Spelling Test Definition verb. 1 to return over the same course or route; 2 to withdraw from an undertaking or position Example Sentence Ella backtracked when she realized she had offended her teacher. Synonyms turn back; double back; retrace; retract Antonyms move forward Hear It! Say It! Write It! backtracked Switch to cursive Start Share with your friends: