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retard
verb
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Divide retard into syllables:

re · tard

How to pronounce retard:

Definition of retard:

retard (verb):
cause to move more slowly or operate at a slower rate.
to delay or slow down (the progress or development) of (something)
to delay or impede the development or progress of to slow up especially by preventing or hindering advance or accomplishment

Synonyms for retard:

arrest
brake
check
clog
deaden
decelerate
defer
delay
detain
encumber
halt
handicap
hinder
hold back or up
impede
inhibit
obstruct
restrain
set back
slacken
slow
slow down
stall
stop

Antonyms for retard:

abbreviate
abet
abridge
accelerate
accept
accommodate
accomplish
accomplish quickly
achieve
achieve quickly
add
advance
advantage
aid
allow
ameliorate
approve
assist
be advantageous to
be beneficial to
be good for
be helpful to
be of advantage to
be of assistance to
be of help to
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