Aback

Synonyms: Suddenly, unaware, abruptly, off base, short, amazingly, unexpectedly, unawares, all of a sudden, unanticipatedly, surprisingly, and astoundingly.

Example Sentences

Here are 20 sentences using the word aback: I was taken aback by his rude comment.

She stepped aback in surprise.

He was caught aback by the sudden question.

They were taken aback by the news.

I stood aback, unsure of what to say.

His anger took me aback.

We were completely taken aback.

She seemed aback at the unexpected gift.

He drew aback when the dog barked.

I was taken aback by the loud noise.