What does retrogress mean?
Retrogress means (intransitive) To return to an earlier, simpler or worse condition; to regress..
Retrogress
Pronunciation varies by accent · verb
Meaning
(intransitive) To return to an earlier, simpler or worse condition; to regress..
Definitions by Sense
- (intransitive) To return to an earlier, simpler or worse condition; to regress.
- (intransitive) To go backwards; to retreat.
- (intransitive) To return to bad behaviour; to relapse.
- A retrogression.
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Synonyms for retrogress
Antonyms for retrogress
Related Words
Word Forms
- retrogresses
- retrogressing
- retrogressed
Usage Notes
Choose a synonym only when it preserves the intended meaning, tone, and grammar of the full sentence.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for retrogress?
Common synonyms include regress, lapse, retrograde, relapse.
What is the opposite of retrogress?
Possible antonyms include progress, advance, come on, get on.
How do you use retrogress in a sentence?
Use retrogress where its definition matches the intended context.
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