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BACKHANDED

(adj., adj.sat, verb, adverb)

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There are 5 meanings of the word Backhanded.

How to pronounce backhanded:

US

Backhanded - as an adjective

(of racket strokes) made across the body with back of hand facing direction of stroke

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
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Backhanded - as an adjective satellite

Roundabout or ambiguous

Example: "Attacks from that source amounted to a backhanded compliment to his integrity"

Backhanded - as a verb

To execute a backhand stroke or throw

To slap with the back of one's hand

Backhanded - as an adverb

In a backhanded manner.

Example Sentences

"She gave him a backhanded compliment, saying his dress looked good considering how bad he usually looked."
"His backhanded apology was not sincere and only made the situation worse."
"The backhanded remarks from her colleagues made her doubt her abilities."
"He made a backhanded comment about her cooking skills, insinuating that it wasn't as good as her reputation suggested."
"The politician delivered a backhanded compliment to his opponent, implying they were only successful due to luck."
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Word Game Points

Is BACKHANDED a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, backhanded is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

BACKHANDED has a SCRABBLE points total of 23.

Is BACKHANDED a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, backhanded is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
BACKHANDED has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 25.

Is BACKHANDED a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, backhanded is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
BACKHANDED has a WORDFEUD points total of 25.

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