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retreat

UK
/rɪˈtriːt/
US
/rɪˈtrit/

Translations

retreatnoun
retreats
pl
UK
/rɪˈtriːt/
US
/rɪˈtrit/
The army's retreat was well-coordinated.
Отступление армии было хорошо скоординировано.
The cabin in the woods served as a peaceful retreat.
Хижина в лесу служила спокойным убежищем.
She went on a weekend retreat to clear her mind.
Она отправилась на уединение на выходные, чтобы очистить разум.
Additional translations
реколлекция
отход
отступ
Synonyms
withdrawal
recession
retreating
pullback
fallback
receding
Antonyms
advance
attack
retreatverb
retreated
Past Simple
retreated
Past Participle
retreating
Gerund
UK
/rɪˈtriːt/
US
/rɪˈtrit/
The army had to retreat due to heavy losses.
Армия была вынуждена отступать из-за больших потерь.
She decided to retreat to her room to think.
Она решила уйти в свою комнату, чтобы подумать.
The tide began to retreat, revealing the sandy beach.
Прилив начал отходить, обнажая песчаный пляж.
Additional translations
отступить
ретироваться
двинуть назад
Synonyms
withdraw
recede
pull back
fall back
retire
depart
back off
move away
Antonyms
advance
attack
retreatadjective
UK
/rɪˈtriːt/
US
/rɪˈtrit/
Used attributively before a noun; generally not gradable

Definitions

retreatnoun
A place of privacy or safety; a refuge.
The cabin in the woods served as a retreat from the hustle and bustle of city life.
A period of seclusion for the purposes of prayer and meditation.
She went on a spiritual retreat to find peace and clarity.
The act of withdrawing, especially from something dangerous or unpleasant.
The army's retreat was necessary to regroup and plan their next move.
A signal for a military force to withdraw.
The bugle sounded the retreat, signaling the troops to fall back.
An organized meeting or getaway for members of a company or organization, typically held away from the usual workplace to foster teamwork, planning, or relaxation.
The marketing team attended a weekend retreat to brainstorm ideas for the new campaign.
retreatverb
To withdraw from enemy forces as a result of their superior power or after a defeat.
The soldiers were forced to retreat after the enemy launched a surprise attack.
To move back or withdraw, especially to a more favorable position.
The hikers decided to retreat to the cabin when the storm intensified.
To change one's mind or plans as a result of criticism or difficulty.
After facing backlash, the company decided to retreat from its initial decision to raise prices.
To go to a quiet or secluded place for rest or meditation.
She retreats to her garden every evening to unwind and reflect on her day.
retreatadjective
Relating to or intended for a retreat (a period or place of seclusion, reflection, or withdrawal).
The retreat center offers daily meditation sessions.
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