RETROGRADING
(adj., adj.sat, verb)Definitions
There are 9 meanings of the word
Retrograding.
Retrograding - 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)
direct9Retrograding - as an adjective satellite
Moving or directed or tending in a backward direction or contrary to a previous direction
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
retral6Retrograding - 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)
Example Sentences
"The retrograding economy has caused layoffs in several industries."
"Her retrograding health condition requires constant medical attention."
"The retrograding technology is no longer compatible with modern devices."
"The retrograding fashion trend has made bell-bottom pants popular again."
"The retrograding political climate is reminiscent of a bygone era."
Word Game Points
Is RETROGRADING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, retrograding is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
RETROGRADING has a SCRABBLE points total of 15.
Is RETROGRADING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, retrograding is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordRETROGRADING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 18.
Is RETROGRADING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, retrograding is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordRETROGRADING has a WORDFEUD points total of 17.
