Definitions
There are 5 meanings of the word
Retard.
Retard - as a noun
Retard - as a verb
Cause to move more slowly or operate at a slower rate
Example: "This drug will retard your heart rate"
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
decelerate13slow downHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Be delayed
Slow the growth or development of
Example: "The brain damage will retard the child's language development"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
check16delay9Hypernyms (Closely Related)
alter5change12modify15Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Lose velocity; move more slowly
Example: "The car decelerated"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
decelerate13slow7slow downslow upHypernyms (Closely Related)
decrease11diminish14fall7lessen6Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"Using the term 'retard' to insult someone with intellectual disabilities is highly offensive."
"My cousin has Down syndrome and faces challenges associated with being a retard."
"He faced discrimination due to being labelled as a retard by his classmates."
"He was criticized for his retard decision-making skills."
"The project was delayed due to retard implementation methods."
Word Game Points
Is RETARD a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, retard is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
RETARD has a SCRABBLE points total of 7.
Is RETARD a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, retard is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordRETARD has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 7.
Is RETARD a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, retard is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordRETARD has a WORDFEUD points total of 7.
