NYT Dictionary

BACKTALK

/ˈbæk.tɔk/
NounVerbBACK-talkback-talk · 2 syllablesGrade 3

Accepted in official NYT Spelling Bee puzzle years: 2020, 2022, 2024, 2025

Meaning

Verbal impudence or argumentative discourse, given in response.

Etymology

Origin: Unknown

From back + talk.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

backchatderisionlipcheeksassrebuttalmouth offtalk backsassingmouth

NYT Puzzle Appearances

Accepted in 3 recorded puzzles:

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