Definitions
There are 6 meanings of the word
Regressing.
Regressing - as a noun
The reasoning involved when you assume the conclusion is true and reason backward to the evidence
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
reasoning backwardRegressing - as a verb
Go back to a statistical means
Go back to a previous state
Example: "We reverted to the old rules"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
retrovertreturnrevertturn backHypernyms (Closely Related)
change by reversalreverseturnHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Get worse or fall back to a previous condition
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
retrograderetrogressHypernyms (Closely Related)
declineworsenHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
progressGo back to bad behavior
Example: "Those who recidivate are often minor criminals"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
fall backlapserecidivaterelapseretrogressExample Sentences
"Her regressing behavior worried her parents."
"The regressing economy has caused a rise in unemployment."
"John's regressing skills were evident as he struggled to complete the task."
"The regressing technology resulted in a decrease in productivity."
"The regressing health of the patient required immediate medical attention."
Word Game Points
Is REGRESSING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, regressing is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
REGRESSING has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.
Is REGRESSING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, regressing is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordREGRESSING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 15.
Is REGRESSING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, regressing is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordREGRESSING has a WORDFEUD points total of 14.
