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Meaning in simple English, pronunciation and examples
Pronunciation: US /rɪˈɡreʃən/
regression means: A return to an earlier state, often one that is worse or less developed.
noun
A return to an earlier state, often one that is worse or less developed.
- His behaviour showed signs of regression.
- The change represents a regression to earlier methods.
- Doctors noticed a regression in her language skills.
A decrease in the size of a tumour or an organ.
- The scan showed tumour regression.
- Regression continued after the treatment ended.
- Doctors reported a regression of the enlarged organ.
The experience of mentally returning to an earlier time in your life.
- The therapist discussed age regression.
- During regression, she described a childhood memory.
- He felt uneasy after the hypnotic regression session.
Questions about regression
What does regression mean?
A return to an earlier state, often one that is worse or less developed.
What is regression in other languages?
Türkçe: gerileme · Español: regresión · Français: régression · Deutsch: Rückschritt · Italiano: regressione · 日本語: 退行
How do you pronounce regression?
It is pronounced /rɪˈɡreʃən/.
How do you use regression in a sentence?
His behaviour showed signs of regression. The change represents a regression to earlier methods.
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