Pronunciation: /ˈrɛtroʊˌɡreɪd/
noun a degenerate person or thing
A1 The planet appeared to be moving in retrograde.
A2 During the retrograde, communication can be challenging.
B1 The retrograde of the moon affects the tides.
B2 Many believe that Mercury's retrograde can cause disruptions in technology.
C1 Astrologers study the retrograde of planets for insights into personal growth.
C2 The retrograde motion of celestial bodies is a fascinating phenomenon in astronomy.
adjective moving or directed backward
A1 The old-fashioned dress she wore to the party was very retrograde.
A2 The vintage record player in the corner of the room gave off a retrograde vibe.
B1 The company's decision to revert back to paper records seemed retrograde in this digital age.
B2 The city's infrastructure was in a state of retrograde decay, with outdated roads and bridges.
C1 The government's retrograde policies were met with strong opposition from the public.
C2 The artist's work was criticized for its retrograde approach, lacking innovation and originality.
formal The planet appeared to be moving in retrograde motion according to the astronomers.
informal I heard that Mercury is in retrograde again, so be prepared for communication mishaps.
slang Man, my computer is so old it feels like it's stuck in retrograde.
figurative His career seemed to be in retrograde as he kept making the same mistakes over and over.
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