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backed Definition

backed (bakt)

adjective

having a back or backing: often used in hyphenated compounds meaning having a (specified kind of) back [canvas-backed]

backed Synonyms

backed

modif.

  1. Supported

    upheld, supported, encouraged, approved, aided, assisted, advanced, promoted, sustained, fostered, countenanced, favored, championed, advocated, supplied, maintained, established, helped, bolstered, propped, stayed, incited, furthered, seconded, prompted, served, endorsed, sponsored, subsidized, financed, underwritten, pushed*, boosted*, bankrolled*.

    Antonyms discouraged, opposed*, obstructed.

  2. Supplied with a back or backing

    stiffened, built up, strengthened; see reinforced.

backed Usage Examples

Modifies a noun

  • gull: On the meadow we had lapwing, black backed gulls and golden plover.
  • seating: Please bring your own rugs or low backed seating.
  • card: Three red backed cards are shown and only you, the magician knows their identities.