Comeback

/ˈkʌm.bæk/

Meaning & Definition

noun
a return to a former position or condition.
After a tough season, the team made a strong comeback to win the championship.
a witty or sharp reply.
Her comeback to his rude comment left everyone in the room laughing.
the act of returning to an activity after a period of absence.
The artist's latest album marked her long-awaited comeback after a decade away from the music scene.
verb
to return to a previous state or condition.
After the injury, he hopes to come back stronger than ever.

Etymology

Derived from 'come' + 'back', suggesting a return.

Common Phrases and Expressions

comeback trail
A path or situation in which someone is making a return to form or success.
strong comeback
A robust return or recovery, especially in performance.
quick comeback
A rapid and clever response to a remark or insult.

Related Words

recuperation
The act of recovering strength or health.
resilience
The capacity to recover quickly from difficulties.
retaliation
The act of returning an attack or injury.

Slang Meanings

A sharp verbal retort.
That was a sick comeback to his joke!
A resurgence in popularity.
Did you hear? That show is having a major comeback.