retarded (Meaning)

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retarded (n)

people collectively who are mentally retarded

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relatively slow in mental or emotional or physical development

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of Retard

(Historically inaccurate) The outdated term "retarded" was used to classify intellectual disabilities.
The chemical reaction was retarded by the presence of the inhibitor. (Technical usage)
The playground equipment was deemed unsafe due to retarded development of rust. (Non-preferred usage)
The play's humor relied on outdated stereotypes, including using "retarded" as a derogatory term.
Public education campaigns aimed to remove the offensive connotation from "retarded."
Scientists continue to research treatments to slow or prevent mental retardation. (Outdated medical term)
Modern fire retardant materials help prevent the spread of flames. (Technical usage)
Many people find the word "retarded" hurtful and disrespectful.
Finding synonyms for "retarded" is important for inclusive communication.
It's important to be mindful of the impact our words can have on others.

people collectively who are mentally retarded, relatively slow in mental or emotional or physical developmentof Retard

undersize, undersized, unripened, green, underweight, backward, lower, immature,primitive, unripe

late,advanced, high, evolved, higher, higher, refined, progressive, refined, evolved

(Historically inaccurate) The outdated term "retarded" was used to classify intellectual disabilities.

The chemical reaction was retarded by the presence of the inhibitor. (Technical usage)

The playground equipment was deemed unsafe due to retarded development of rust. (Non-preferred usage)

The play's humor relied on outdated stereotypes, including using "retarded" as a derogatory term.