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BACKSLIDING Synonyms

1 synonym for backsliding. (exact relations)
3 hypernyms for backsliding. (close relations)

Best Synonyms for BACKSLIDING

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verb, noun

v, n

noun

• a mistake resulting from inattention

• a break or intermission in the occurrence of something

• a failure to maintain a higher state

verb

• pass into a specified state or condition; sink into

• end, at least for a long time

• drop to a lower level, as in one's morals or standards

• go back to bad behavior

• let slip

• for time to move forward

Best Hypernyms For BACKSLIDING

Here is a list of related hypernyms for backsliding, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
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