Definitions
There are 2 meanings of the word
Retraction.
Retraction - as a noun
A disavowal or taking back of a previous assertion
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
abjuration19recantation13Hypernyms (Closely Related)
disavowal16disclaimer15Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
The act of pulling or holding or drawing a part back
Example: "The retraction of the landing gear"
Example Sentences
"The newspaper issued a retraction of the false information it had published."
"The scientist's retraction of his previous theory puzzled his colleagues."
"The editorial team demanded a retraction of the misleading headline."
"He received a written retraction from the tabloid after threatening legal action."
"The politician's retraction came too late to undo the damage caused by his statement."
Word Game Points
Is RETRACTION a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, retraction is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
RETRACTION has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.
Is RETRACTION a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, retraction is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordRETRACTION has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 14.
Is RETRACTION a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, retraction is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordRETRACTION has a WORDFEUD points total of 13.
