Definitions
There are 5 meanings of the word
Retardation.
Retardation - as a noun
A decrease in rate of change
Example: "The deceleration of the arms race"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
deceleration15slowing11The extent to which something is delayed or held back
Any agent that retards or delays or hinders
Example: "Flame-retardant"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
retardant10retardentLack of normal development of intellectual capacities
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
backwardness24mental retardationslowness11subnormality19Hypernyms (Closely Related)
stupidity15Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"Intellectual and physical retardation can occur in severe cases of malnutrition."
"The child's development was hindered due to a genetic condition resulting in mental retardation."
"Early intervention can help improve cognitive abilities in children with developmental retardation."
"Certain medications have been linked to cognitive retardation in some individuals."
"The research aims to understand the genetic factors contributing to mental retardation."
Word Game Points
Is RETARDATION a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, retardation is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
RETARDATION has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.
Is RETARDATION a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, retardation is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordRETARDATION has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 13.
Is RETARDATION a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, retardation is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordRETARDATION has a WORDFEUD points total of 12.
