Wordiyobackhanded
🇬🇧 UK/'bæk'hændid/🇺🇸 US
GREC2
Definitions
adj.
Using the back of the hand; indirect, sarcastic, or ambiguous in meaning
反手的；含讽刺意味的，拐弯抹角的
adv.
In a backhanded manner
以反手方式；间接地
🧩 Root Breakdown
Native English+
edpast tense / completed
=backhanded
Example Sentences
- 1.
His backhanded comment about her work was clearly sarcastic in tone.
- 2.
The backhanded compliment actually masked disappointment and criticism.