retardation
nounDivide retardation into syllables:
re · tar · da · tion
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Definition of retardation:
- retardation (noun):
- a decrease in rate of change.
- an act or instance of retarding
Synonyms for retardation:
slumpmodificationchangelatenessdelayretreattardinessslownessdeclinedropShow 2 more
Antonyms for retardation:
hurtpeacerisesupportgoadvanceliberationpermeabilityharmaidShow 11 more
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