regression

regressione

Ritorno a uno stato precedente, spesso peggiore o meno sviluppato.

In inglese semplice: 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.

Come si usa: regression to something (The policy marks a regression to old habits.)

Sinonimi: decline, backsliding

Contrari: progress, advance

Espressioni comuni: regression to something, signs of regression, developmental regression

regressione

Diminuzione delle dimensioni di un tumore o di un organo.

In inglese semplice: 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.

Come si usa: regression of something (The treatment caused regression of the tumour.)

Sinonimi: shrinkage

Contrari: growth

Espressioni comuni: tumour regression, spontaneous regression, regression of something

regressione

Esperienza di tornare mentalmente a un periodo precedente della propria vita.

In inglese semplice: 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.

Espressioni comuni: age regression, hypnotic regression, regression therapy