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RETROGRADING

(adj., adj.sat, verb)

Definitions

There are 9 meanings of the word Retrograding.

Retrograding - as an adjective

Moving from east to west on the celestial sphere; or--for planets--around the sun in a direction opposite to that of the earth

Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
direct

Of amnesia; affecting time immediately preceding trauma

Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
anterograde

Retrograding - as an adjective satellite

Going from better to worse

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
retrogressive

Moving or directed or tending in a backward direction or contrary to a previous direction

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
retral

Retrograding - as a verb

Move backward in an orbit, of celestial bodies

Move in a direction contrary to the usual one

Example: "Retrograding planets"

Move back

Example: "The glacier retrogrades"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
retreat

Go back over

Example: "Retrograde arguments"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
hash overrehash

Get worse or fall back to a previous condition

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
regressretrogress
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
declineworsen
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"The retrograding economy has caused layoffs in several industries."
"Her retrograding health condition requires constant medical attention."
"The retrograding technology is no longer compatible with modern devices."
"The retrograding fashion trend has made bell-bottom pants popular again."
"The retrograding political climate is reminiscent of a bygone era."
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Word Game Points

Is RETROGRADING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, retrograding is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

RETROGRADING has a SCRABBLE points total of 15.

Is RETROGRADING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, retrograding is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
RETROGRADING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 18.

Is RETROGRADING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, retrograding is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
RETROGRADING has a WORDFEUD points total of 17.

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