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What is another word for Retrogression? – 147 Retrogression Synonyms

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    Synonyms & Similar Words

    decline deterioration regression relapse setback reversal backsliding degeneration decay downfall collapse slump downturn ebb wane diminution reduction decrease lessening weakening enfeeblement debilitation impairment degradation debasement depravation decadence putrefaction spoilage corruption perversion distortion aberration anomaly malfunction breakdown failure defeat disappointment frustration disillusionment disintegration

    Meaning of Retrogression

    The primary meaning of the word "Retrogression" is the act or process of moving backward or returning to a previous state, often in a negative or undesirable manner.

    Definitions

    • The act or process of moving backward or returning to a previous state, especially one that is less advanced or less desirable
    • A decline or deterioration in condition, quality, or performance
    • A return to a previous or earlier state, often in a negative or undesirable manner

    Etymology of Retrogression

    The word "Retrogression" comes from the Latin words "retro," meaning "back" or "backward," and "gressus," meaning "step" or "movement"
    The term has been used in English since the 15th century to describe a range of concepts, including astronomical movements, philosophical concepts, and social or cultural declines

    Example Uses

    • The company's retrogression in sales was a result of poor management and lack of innovation
    • The patient's retrogression in health was a setback for the medical team
    • The country's retrogression in economic development was a consequence of political instability and corruption

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

    progress advancement improvement enhancement upgrading promotion elevation ascension rise increase growth development expansion augmentation amelioration betterment refinement perfection optimization improvement revitalization rejuvenation renewal restoration recovery resurgence

    Related Nouns

    decline deterioration regression relapse setback reversal backsliding degeneration decay downfall collapse slump downturn ebb wane diminution reduction decrease lessening weakening enfeeblement debilitation impairment degradation debasement depravation decadence

    Related Verbs

    decline deteriorate regress relapse setback reverse backslide degenerate decay downfall collapse slump downturn ebb wane diminish reduce decrease lessen weaken enfeeble debilitate impair degrade debase deprave decadence

    Related Adjectives

    declining deteriorating regressive relapsing backward reversed degenerative decayed collapsed slumped downtrodden ebbed waning diminished reduced decreased lessened weakened enfeebled debilitated impaired degraded debased depraved decadent