Simple meaning
What does Retreat mean?
to move back.
Dictionary definition
To move back or away from something.
Example sentences
Retreat in a sentence
easy
The character will retreat across the field.
medium
In science class, we watched how objects retreat over time.
hard
Writers use words like retreat to show clear movement and direction in a scene.
Synonyms
Words like Retreat
withdrawClose meaning in many contexts.
back awaySimilar meaning with a slightly different tone.
Antonyms
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Word family
Retreat word family
Base word
retreat
verb
retreats
Moves back now or often.
verb
retreated
Moved back in the past.
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Practice 1
What does retreat mean?
RETREAT means to move back.
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