Definitions
There are 3 meanings of the word
Aback.
How to pronounce aback:
US
Aback - as an adverb
Having the wind against the forward side of the sails
Example: "The ship came up into the wind with all yards aback"
By surprise
Example: "Taken aback by the caustic remarks"
Aback - as a noun
An abacus.
Example Sentences
"I was taken aback by her sudden outburst."
"He was caught aback when he heard the news of his father's death."
"The audience was taken aback by the unexpected twist in the plot."
"She was shocked and taken aback by his rude behavior."
"The teacher was taken aback by the student's disrespectful comment."
Word Game Points
Is ABACK a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, aback is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
ABACK has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.
Is ABACK a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, aback is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordABACK has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 15.
Is ABACK a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, aback is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordABACK has a WORDFEUD points total of 15.
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