Backlashing: meaning, definitions and examples
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backlashing
[ ˈbækˌlæʃɪŋ ]
social response
Backlashing refers to a strong negative reaction or response to a previous action, event, or cultural trend. It often occurs in social or political contexts when a group of people expresses their disapproval of a particular movement or change. This can be in response to shifts in societal norms, policy changes, or popular movements that challenge the status quo. The backlash can manifest in various forms, including protests, online campaigns, and public criticisms. Understanding the dynamics of backlashing helps in addressing underlying tensions and facilitating dialogue in society.
Synonyms
counteraction, pushback, reaction
Examples of usage
- The backlashing against the new policy was swift.
- There was a significant backlashing after the controversial decision.
- Social media often amplifies the backlashing from the public.
Translations
Translations of the word "backlashing" in other languages:
🇵🇹 retaliação
🇮🇳 प्रतिशोध
🇩🇪 Gegenreaktion
🇮🇩 balasan
🇺🇦 репресалія
🇵🇱 odwet
🇯🇵 反撃
🇫🇷 réaction
🇪🇸 represalia
🇹🇷 misilleme
🇰🇷 보복
🇸🇦 رد فعل
🇨🇿 odvet
🇸🇰 odvetná akcia
🇨🇳 报复
🇸🇮 maščevanje
🇮🇸 hefnd
🇰🇿 кек қайтару
🇬🇪 მოსაზღვრე
🇦🇿 reaksiya
🇲🇽 represalia
Etymology
The term 'backlash' originated in the late 19th century, derived from the combination of 'back' and 'lash.' 'Back' signifies a direction towards the rear or a return, while 'lash' indicates a sharp movement or strike. Initially, 'backlash' was used in mechanical contexts to describe the backward movement of a mechanism after a force was applied. Over time, it evolved to encapsulate social and political meanings, representing a resistance to change or an adverse reaction against progressive movements. By the mid-20th century, 'backlashing' began to be used specifically in social discourse, capturing the essence of collective disapproval or reaction against perceived threats to traditional values or norms. The usage of the term has broadened, reflecting the complexities of social dynamics and the push and pull of cultural change.