Synonyms of retardation

retardation

noun

ˌrē-ˌtär-ˈdā-shən 

as in deceleration

a usually gradual decrease in the pace or level of activity of something

scientists discovered that they could achieve the retardation of light if they shined it through a variety of substances

Synonyms & Similar Words

• deceleration
• decline
• slowdown
• braking
• drop
• slump
• weakening
• letup
• downshift
• remission
• ebb
• retreat
• collapse
• arrest
• plunge
• stoppage
• halt
• crash
• wane
• flagging
• fall
• check

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• acceleration
• quickening
• hastening

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of retardation

The Everrati's left pedal operates pads on discs in the normal fashion, but the motors also give powerful regenerative retardation when the accelerator is lifted. — Mike Duff, Car and Driver, 18 June 2021

The policy of retardation of submarine technology ended right after the beginning of the Anglo-German naval race (marked by the German Naval Laws of 1898 and 1900). — chicagotribune.com, 28 July 2017

At the end Austen had psychomotor retardation and could barely move. — Rene Chun, Los Angeles Magazine, 19 June 2017

The degree of retardation is usually mild, but can be moderate to severe. — Mark Cohen, Discover Magazine, 4 Apr. 2012