Backtalk

Origin

back + talk

Full definition of backtalk

Noun

1. (US) Verbal impudence or argumentative discourse, given in response.Don't give me any backtalk; just go clean your room.

Synonyms

• (verbal impudence or argument) backchat UK, derision, lip, sass, rebuttal

Related terms

• backchat UK

Verb

1. To respond in an aggressively disputatious, often sarcastic or outright insolent manner.Peter was sent to detention for backtalking the teacher.

Synonyms

• (disputatively or sarcastically respond) backchat UK, mouth off, sass

Derived terms

• backtalker

Anagrams

• talkback, talk back