Retrogression
noun
The act of returning to a previous state or condition, often worse than before.
The country faced a retrogression in its economic development.
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Neutral
social retrogression,cultural retrogression,economic retrogression
noun
In medicine, a return to a less developed stage of a disease or condition.
The retrogression of his symptoms indicated a positive response to the treatment.
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Formal
symptomatic retrogression,disease retrogression,treatment retrogression
noun
The act of returning to a previous state or condition, often worse than before.
The country faced a retrogression in its economic development.
Usage tips
Neutral
social retrogression,cultural retrogression,economic retrogression
noun
In medicine, a return to a less developed stage of a disease or condition.
The retrogression of his symptoms indicated a positive response to the treatment.
Usage tips
Formal
symptomatic retrogression,disease retrogression,treatment retrogression
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Contextual Use
This term often appears in discussions about social issues; be careful not to confuse it with progress.
The project witnessed retrogression due to lack of funding.
Pro Tip 2/3Metaphorical Usage
In literature, retrogression can symbolize a character's downfall; ensure to recognize its figurative meanings.
The hero’s retrogression in the story highlights their inner conflict.
Pro Tip 3/3Emotional Connotations
'Retrogression' carries a negative connotation, implying decline; use it cautiously to express specific downturns.
The retrogression of policies affected the community negatively.
Pro Tip 1/3Contextual Use
This term often appears in discussions about social issues; be careful not to confuse it with progress.
The project witnessed retrogression due to lack of funding.
Pro Tip 2/3Metaphorical Usage
In literature, retrogression can symbolize a character's downfall; ensure to recognize its figurative meanings.
The hero’s retrogression in the story highlights their inner conflict.
Pro Tip 3/3Emotional Connotations
'Retrogression' carries a negative connotation, implying decline; use it cautiously to express specific downturns.
The retrogression of policies affected the community negatively.
Pro Tip 1/3Contextual Use
This term often appears in discussions about social issues; be careful not to confuse it with progress.
The project witnessed retrogression due to lack of funding.
Pro Tip 2/3Metaphorical Usage
In literature, retrogression can symbolize a character's downfall; ensure to recognize its figurative meanings.
The hero’s retrogression in the story highlights their inner conflict.
Pro Tip 3/3Emotional Connotations
'Retrogression' carries a negative connotation, implying decline; use it cautiously to express specific downturns.
The retrogression of policies affected the community negatively.
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