Synonyms for

Welsh

Verb / weltʃ / / welʃ / Another word for welsh — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to fail to fulfill a promise or obligation; to cheat

Synonyms & similar words

cymric cambrian welsh cymry welshblack welshman welch renege default fail cheat swindle deceive trick fool hoodwink bamboozle dupe double-cross betray mislead disappoint

Synonyms by register

Formal

Cymric Brythonic

Antonyms

English Saxon Norman foreign alien unfamiliar

Common collocations

  • Welsh rarebit
  • Welsh cakes
  • Welsh dragon
  • Welsh language
  • Welsh national anthem
  • Welsh history
  • Welsh culture

Word family

noun Welsh people
adjective Welsh

Usage note

Primarily used as an adjective to refer to people, language, or things from Wales. As a noun, it can refer to the language or a person from Wales, though 'Welshman' or 'Welshwoman' are more common for individuals.

Example sentences

  1. He welshed on his bet and didn't pay up.
  2. She welshed on her promise to come to my party.
  3. He's known for welshing on his debts.
  4. I can't believe he welshed on our agreement.
  5. She's always welshing on her responsibilities.

Quotes

  • I'm not going to welsh on my bet.
  • I can't believe he welshed on his promise to help me.
  • If you welsh on your debts, it will catch up to you.

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