noun Download 🔗Share A sudden backward motion. Examples : "The roller coaster's sudden backlash threw several passengers backward. " action physics Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun Download 🔗Share A negative reaction, objection or outcry, especially of a violent or abrupt nature. Examples : "The public backlash to the proposal was quick and insistent." politics culture media society attitude negative action Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun Download 🔗Share The distance through which one part of connected machinery, as a wheel, piston, or screw, can be moved without moving the connected parts, resulting from looseness in fitting or from wear. Examples : "The old gears in the clock had so much backlash that the minute hand would wiggle slightly before actually moving forward each time. " technical machine part wear Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun Download 🔗Share The jarring or reflex motion caused in badly fitting machinery by irregularities in velocity or a reverse of motion. Examples : "The old gears in the clock tower had so much backlash that the hands jumped erratically whenever the wind changed direction. " machine technical Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verb Download 🔗Share To cause or set off a backlash. Examples : "The new school dress code backlashed, causing a strong protest from students. " politics media culture society attitude action outcome event Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading