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Retrograde

Adjective / ˈretrʌˌgreɪd / Another word for retrograde — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

moving or directed backward

Synonyms & similar words

anterograde regress retrogress direct progress rehash retreat retrogressive retral backward reversed retrospective retral retreating regressive receding backsliding reversing retrogressive recedent retrocedent retroaction retrocessive retroflex retroverting converse inverse opposite contrary

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Example sentences

  1. The old technology seemed retrograde compared to the new one.
  2. The planet's retrograde motion puzzled astronomers.
  3. The company's retrograde policies caused it to lose customers.
  4. The army retreated in retrograde fashion.
  5. The politician's ideas were seen as retrograde and outdated.

Quotes

  • The retrograde movement of the planet was a source of fascination for astronomers.
  • He felt as though his career was in retrograde, and he wasn't making any progress.
  • The artist's work had a retrograde quality that made it stand out from the rest.

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