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retrograde

adjective

/ˈrɛtroʊˌɡreɪd/

Meaning

moving backward or returning to a worse condition

The policy was seen as a retrograde step for human rights.

retrograde motion

backward, regressive, declining, deteriorating

progressive, forward, advancing

retrograde step, retrograde motion, retrograde action

relating to or affecting the human spirit or soul

having a strong pleasant smell; strongly reminiscent or suggestive of something

required; essential; needed for a particular purpose

persisting tirelessly; incapable of being fatigued

Able to perceive or feel things.

Being old or advanced in years.