RETROGRADE
(adj., adj.sat, verb, noun)Definitions
There are 11 meanings of the word
Retrograde.
How to pronounce retrograde:
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Retrograde - as an adjective
Moving from east to west on the celestial sphere; or--for planets--around the sun in a direction opposite to that of the earth
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
direct9Retrograde - as an adjective satellite
Moving or directed or tending in a backward direction or contrary to a previous direction
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
retral6Retrograde - as a verb
Move backward in an orbit, of celestial bodies
Move in a direction contrary to the usual one
Example: "Retrograding planets"
Get worse or fall back to a previous condition
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
regress8retrogress11Hypernyms (Closely Related)
decline10worsen9Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Retrograde - as a noun
A degenerate person.
The reversal of a melody so that what is played first in the original melody is played last and what is played last in the original melody is played first.
Example Sentences
"The planet's retrograde lasted for several weeks."
"During the retrograde, the planet appeared to move backwards in the night sky."
"Astrologers often analyze the effects of retrogrades on personality traits."
"The retrograde of Mercury can disrupt communication and travel."
"The retrogrades of outer planets have a more profound impact on society."
Word Game Points
Is RETROGRADE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, retrograde is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
RETROGRADE has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.
Is RETROGRADE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, retrograde is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordRETROGRADE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 13.
Is RETROGRADE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, retrograde is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordRETROGRADE has a WORDFEUD points total of 13.
