Definitions
There are 6 meanings of the word
Regresses.
Regresses - as a noun
The reasoning involved when you assume the conclusion is true and reason backward to the evidence
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
reasoning backwardReturning to a former state
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
regression11retrogression14retroversion15reversion12Regresses - 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)
retrovert12return6revert9turn backHypernyms (Closely Related)
change by reversalreverse10turn4Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Get worse or fall back to a previous condition
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
retrograde12retrogress11Hypernyms (Closely Related)
decline10worsen9Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
progress11Go back to bad behavior
Example: "Those who recidivate are often minor criminals"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
fall backlapse7recidivaterelapse9retrogress11Example Sentences
"She regresses to her childhood when she visits her parents' house."
"The patient regresses to a childlike state when under stress."
"His behavior regresses when he's around certain friends."
"The project regresses due to unexpected complications."
"The economy regresses after a period of growth."
Word Game Points
Is REGRESSES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, regresses is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
REGRESSES has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.
Is REGRESSES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, regresses is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordREGRESSES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 11.
Is REGRESSES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, regresses is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordREGRESSES has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.
