noun
comeback
KUHM-bak
noun
1
A return to success or popularity after a period of decline or absence.
"The singer made a stunning comeback with her fifth album."
2
A quick, witty reply, especially to an insult.
"She didn't have a comeback ready, so she just laughed it off."
3
A sports team or athlete's recovery from a significant deficit to win or tie a game.
"The team staged a remarkable comeback, scoring three goals in the final ten minutes."
How to Use Comeback
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA return to form after falling behind or fading from view — in careers, arguments, or sports.
Common pairings
stage a comeback
quick comeback
career comeback
Word Forms
comebacks plural
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Etymology
Formed from the phrase "come back," turned into a single noun.