adjective
describing a person with a developmental disability affecting their intelligence and ability to function in daily life
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The term 'mentally retarded' is considered outdated and offensive, as it is not a respectful way to refer to individuals with intellectual disabilities.
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Using the term 'mentally retarded' is not cool, it's better to say someone has an intellectual disability.
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Dude, that's so not cool to call someone mentally retarded, it's disrespectful.
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His progress in the project was mentally retarded, as he struggled to keep up with the rest of the team.