Retrograde

Synonyms of retrograde

• backward
• regressive
• reversed

Antonyms of retrograde

• forward
• progressive
• advancing

Collocations of retrograde

retrograde motion

Frequency: 80 %

The planet appeared to be moving in retrograde motion.

retrograde amnesia

Frequency: 65 %

The patient suffered from retrograde amnesia after the accident.

retrograde behavior

Frequency: 60 %

Her retrograde behavior at work led to her dismissal.

retrograde evolution

Frequency: 50 %

Some scientists believe in the concept of retrograde evolution.

retrograde thinking

Frequency: 45 %

His retrograde thinking prevented him from embracing new ideas.

Idiomatic Expressions for retrograde

• Phrase: retrograde motion
  Meaning: the apparent backward motion of a planet in its orbit as observed from Earth
  Usage: Mercury appears to have retrograde motion from our perspective on Earth.