Synonyms of about face

Noun


1. about-face, about turn, reversion, reverse, reversal, turnabout, turnaround

usage: act of pivoting 180 degrees, especially in a military formation

2. about-face, volte-face, reversal, policy change, change

usage: a major change in attitude or principle or point of view; "an about-face on foreign policy"

Verb


1. about-face, turn

usage: turn, usually 180 degrees

2. about-face, rethink

usage: change one's mind and assume the opposite viewpoint

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