Synonyms for

Turnaround

Verb / ˈtɜ:nɜ:ˌaʊnd / Another word for turnaround — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a complete change from a bad situation to a good one

Synonyms & similar words

turnabout turnaroundtime flipflop reversion reversal turnround changeofmind reverse reversal improvement recovery transformation renovation revival resurgence upswing comeback renewal resurrection overhaul reformation bounce-back reemergence reconstruction rebounding

Synonyms by register

Formal

recovery reversal restoration revival

Informal

comeback bounce back turnaround u-turn

Literary

metamorphosis transfiguration rebirth

Antonyms

stagnation decline reversal regression recession setback

Common collocations

  • major turnaround
  • economic turnaround
  • business turnaround
  • sharp turnaround
  • quick turnaround
  • complete turnaround
  • successful turnaround
  • turnaround time

Word family

noun turnaround
verb turn around

Usage note

Primarily used in business and economics to describe a significant improvement in performance after a period of difficulty. Can also refer to a change in direction or opinion.

Example sentences

  1. The team's turnaround in the second half of the game led to a victory.
  2. The school's turnaround in test scores impressed the community.
  3. The company's financial turnaround was due to cost-cutting measures.
  4. The city's revitalization plan led to a turnaround in the downtown area.
  5. The CEO's leadership was key in the company's turnaround.

Quotes

  • Believe in the power of a turnaround.
  • A turnaround is a new beginning.
  • A turnaround is possible even in the darkest of times.

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