RETROGRADE
/ˈɹɛtɹəˌɡɹeɪd/
10 letters · 3 syllables · adjective, noun, verb
Definition of RETROGRADE
Directed backwards, retreating; reverting, especially to an inferior state, declining; inverse, reverse; movement opposite to normal or intended motion, often circular motion.
"retrograde ideas, morals, etc."
Counterproductive to a desired outcome.
(of a body orbiting another) In the opposite direction to the orbited body's spin.
A degenerate person.
The reversal of a melody so that what is played first in the original melody is played last and what is played last in the original melody is played first.
To move backwards; to recede; to retire; to decline; to revert.
To show retrogradation.
Examples of RETROGRADE in a Sentence
- "retrograde ideas, morals, etc."
Word Details
Is RETROGRADE a Scrabble Word?
Yes, RETROGRADE is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: RETROGRADE uses 10 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for RETROGRADE
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | r | e | t | r | o | g | r | a | d | e | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 12 |
| WWF | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 13 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in RETROGRADE
100 words from the letters in RETROGRADE
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How to Use RETROGRADE in Word Games
RETROGRADE is worth 12 points in Scrabble and 13 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
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