Hit back
phrasal verb
To respond to an attack or criticism.
The politician hit back at his critics during his speech.
Often appears as...
- she hit back
- he hit back
phrasal verb
To return a blow or attack.
In the boxing match, he hit back after being punched.
Often appears as...
- boxer hit back
- fighter hit back
Usage tips
Aggressive
phrasal verb
To respond to an attack or criticism.
The politician hit back at his critics during his speech.
Often appears as...
- she hit back
- he hit back
phrasal verb
To return a blow or attack.
In the boxing match, he hit back after being punched.
Often appears as...
- boxer hit back
- fighter hit back
Usage tips
Aggressive
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Argument Defense
Use 'hit back' when defending your standpoint against criticism or during a debate.
When accused of being careless, the CEO hit back by presenting safety records.
Pro Tip 2/3Emotional Response
'Hit back' can indicate a strong emotional reaction to negative comments or actions.
The artist hit back at the negative reviews, stating they were unfair.
Pro Tip 3/3Not Physical
In this context, 'hit back' does not refer to physical action, but a verbal or strategic one.
After the slander, she hit back with a well-crafted press release.
Pro Tip 1/3Argument Defense
Use 'hit back' when defending your standpoint against criticism or during a debate.
When accused of being careless, the CEO hit back by presenting safety records.
Pro Tip 2/3Emotional Response
'Hit back' can indicate a strong emotional reaction to negative comments or actions.
The artist hit back at the negative reviews, stating they were unfair.
Pro Tip 3/3Not Physical
In this context, 'hit back' does not refer to physical action, but a verbal or strategic one.
After the slander, she hit back with a well-crafted press release.
Pro Tip 1/3Argument Defense
Use 'hit back' when defending your standpoint against criticism or during a debate.
When accused of being careless, the CEO hit back by presenting safety records.
Pro Tip 2/3Emotional Response
'Hit back' can indicate a strong emotional reaction to negative comments or actions.
The artist hit back at the negative reviews, stating they were unfair.
Pro Tip 3/3Not Physical
In this context, 'hit back' does not refer to physical action, but a verbal or strategic one.
After the slander, she hit back with a well-crafted press release.
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