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Meaning of retrograde
The primary meaning of "retrograde" is moving or directed backward, or a planet appearing to move backward in the sky due to the Earth passing it.
Etymology of retrograde
The word "retrograde" originates from the Latin words "retro," meaning backward, and "gradus," meaning step, with the term being used in astronomy to describe the apparent backward motion of planets.
Historically, the term has been used since the 15th century to describe astronomical phenomena and has since been extended to describe regression or deterioration in various contexts.
Synonyms
backward
regressive
reverse
retrogressive
deteriorative
declining
worsening
ebbing
decreasing
diminishing
falling
sinking
dropping
receding
moving backward
reversing
turning back
moving in reverse
going backward
receding
stepping back
falling back
losing ground
backsliding
slipping
sliding
deteriorating
degenerating
declining
sinking
plummeting
nose-diving
spiraling
regressing
devolving
Definitions
- Moving or directed backward, especially in a planetary motion
- * (of a planet) appearing to move backward in the sky due to the Earth passing it
- * (of a person or thing) regressing or deteriorating, especially morally or intellectually
Usage Examples
- The planet appeared to be in retrograde, moving backward across the sky.
- * His behavior became more retrograde as he grew older, rejecting new ideas and clinging to outdated customs.
- * The company's sales have been in retrograde since the economic downturn, with profits steadily declining.