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backhanded

adjective

/ˈbækˌhændɪd/

Meaning

Indirect or sarcastic, often appearing as praise but actually insulting.

She gave him a backhanded compliment about his work.

backhanded compliment

sarcastic, insincere, indirect, ironic, disparaging

sincere, genuine, direct

backhanded compliment, backhanded remark, backhanded apology

Relating to the large-scale or general economic factors, such as interest rates and national product...

carried out to the full extent; absolute and complete

important, serious, or significant

Difficult to deal with; contrary and disobedient.

Depending on or relating to the context or circumstances in which something occurs.

Excessively talkative, especially on trivial matters.