Definitions
There are 4 meanings of the word
Regression.
Regression - as a noun
An abnormal state in which development has stopped prematurely
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
arrested developmentfixationinfantile fixation(psychiatry) a defense mechanism in which you flee from reality by assuming a more infantile state
The relation between selected values of x and observed values of y (from which the most probable value of y can be predicted for any value of x)
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
regression toward the meansimple regressionstatistical regressionHypernyms (Closely Related)
statistical methodstatistical procedureHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"The psychologist studied the correlation between stress and sleep regression."
"The company experienced a regression in sales due to the economic downturn."
"Multiple linear regression is a statistical method used in data analysis."
"The young child showed signs of regression after the traumatic event."
"The patient's condition showed regression, indicating a relapse of the disease."
Word Game Points
Is REGRESSION a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, regression is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
REGRESSION has a SCRABBLE points total of 11.
Is REGRESSION a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, regression is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordREGRESSION has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 13.
Is REGRESSION a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, regression is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordREGRESSION has a WORDFEUD points total of 12.
