flip-flop

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun a decision to reverse an earlier decision
  2. noun a backless sandal held to the foot by a thong between the big toe and the second toe
  3. noun an electronic circuit that can assume either of two stable states

Synonyms

reversal, change of mind, turnabout, turnaround

Semantic network

Broader (hypernyms)
decision making
Narrower (hyponyms)
reconsideration

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