Definition

verb. 1 to draw or start back as in disgust or horror; 2.to move sharply in the opposite direction from an expended force as a rifle moves against one's shoulder when fired

Example Sentence

The criticism recoiled against the critics.

Synonyms

draw back; withdraw; react

Antonyms

confront

Hear It! Say It! Write It!

recoiled
Hear It! Say It! Write It!

Rhymes

  • boiled
  • broiled
  • coiled
  • foiled
  • oiled
  • roiled
  • soiled
  • spoiled
  • toiled

  • embroiled
  • recoiled
  • uncoiled
  • unspoiled