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retarded

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3 syllables
8 characters
English (US)
3syllables

retarded

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retarded is a polysyllabic word with 3 syllables. Using the Knuth-Liang algorithm, we calculated the hyphenation for the word you’ve entered. However, this hyphenation has not been verified against authoritative sources and may be approximate. This is because the algorithm relies on pre-defined patterns that may not cover all exceptions, contextual variations, or irregular spellings. We are working to verify hyphenations against trusted sources to ensure greater accuracy. For now, retarded is hyphenated as:

Definitions ofretarded

1verb
  • To keep delaying; to continue to hinder; to prevent from progress

    Synonyms: hinder, "hold up", impede

    Example: "retard the march of an army"

  • To put off; to postpone.

    Example: "to retard a rupture between nations"

  • To be slow or dilatory to perform (something).
  • To decelerate; to slow down.
  • To stay back.
1adjective
  • Delayed; delayed in development, hindered; impeded.
  • Having mental retardation; mentally deficient or underdeveloped.
  • Specifically, having an IQ below 70.
  • Extremely stupid.
  • Designating a parameter of an electromagnetic field which is adjusted to account for the finite speed of radiation.

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