backlash

• Réaction forte ou négative à une action, un événement ou une évolution antérieure, souvent dans un contexte politique ou social.

A noun referring to a strong or adverse reaction against a previous action, event, or development, often in a political or social context.

1. Strong negative reactionB2formal

   A strong and adverse reaction by a large number of people, especially to a social or political development.

   Réaction négative violente

   • The new policy caused a massive backlash from the public.
   • The company faced a backlash after the controversial advertisement.
   • There was a significant backlash against the proposed tax increase.

   Synonymesbackfirecounteractioncounterblastoppositionreactionreboundrecoilresistance

   Antonymesacceptanceapprovalsupport

2. Mechanical reactionC1formaltechnical

   A sudden or violent backward movement or recoil, especially in machinery.

   Contrecoup mécanique

   • The gear system experienced a backlash due to wear and tear.
   • Engineers adjusted the mechanism to reduce backlash.
   • Backlash in the steering wheel can indicate a problem with the car.

   Synonymeskickbackreactionreboundrecoil