REGRESSION Synonyms: 18 Similar and Opposite Words

regression

noun

ri-ˈgre-shən

as in reversion

the act or an instance of going back to an earlier and lower level especially of intelligence or behavior the regression to really childish behavior that boys often undergo when put in large groups

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Recent Examples of regression Some do, sure, but dramatic regression isn’t expected here. —

Eddie Brown, San Diego Union-Tribune, 21 Feb. 2026 Next, using a statistical tool known as a Cox regression model, the researchers equalized the participants based on factors such as age, smoking status, BMI, physical activity, alcohol intake, depression, family history of dementia, medication use and more. —

New Atlas, 15 Feb. 2026 Aulden’s periods of sleep regression also put Humphries in a difficult position. —

Sean Gregory, Time, 14 Feb. 2026 Prediction markets on military operations are, in my view, a regression to that same dynamic. —

Dana Taylor, USA Today, 11 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for regression

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reversion

Noun

His lack of playing time and impact at recent stops in Golden State, Miami and Utah will lead many to assume a reversion to past Wolves form isn’t in the cards.

— Jace Frederick, Twin Cities, 27 Feb. 2026
Much of that decline is a reversion to more typical prices following a supply shock triggered by a historic outbreak of bird flu, according to economists.

— Greg Iacurci, CNBC, 26 Feb. 2026