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    regress

    regress - Dictionary definition and meaning for word regress

    Definition
    (noun) the reasoning involved when you assume the conclusion is true and reason backward to the evidence
    Synonyms : reasoning backward
    Definition
    (noun) returning to a former state Definition
    (verb) go back to a statistical means Definition
    (verb) go back to a previous state
    Synonyms : retrovert , return , revert , turn back
    Example Sentence
    • We reverted to the old rules
    Definition
    (verb) get worse or fall back to a previous condition
    Synonyms : retrograde , retrogress
    Definition
    (verb) go back to bad behavior
    Example Sentence
    • Those who recidivate are often minor criminals
   Mnemonics (Memory Aids) for regress

REGRESS opposite of PROGRESS

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