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 developmentfixation18infantile 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)
Returning to a former state
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
regress8retrogression14retroversion15reversion12Example 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.
