Learn English – What’s the word for changing your mind and not doing what you said you would

word-request

My dad told me he would buy me a laptop, but when he saw the price in the shop he changed his mind. He said he has never said that. Because he saw that the price is too high and the laptop is too expensive.

Is there a word for this, i.e. for not doing what you agreed to?

Best Answer

There are several ways to say that:

  • X went back on his promise/word
  • X reneged on his promise

The one I love is:

  • X back-pedalled (on his promise)