retard meaning and definition

RETARD noun

Definition of retard (noun)

1. a person of subnormal intelligence
   • synonyms: changeling, cretin, half-wit, idiot, imbecile, moron

RETARD verb

Definition of retard (verb)

1. cause to move more slowly or operate at a slower rate
   • "This drug will retard your heart rate"
2. be delayed
3. slow the growth or development of
   • "The brain damage will retard the child's language development"
   • synonyms: check, delay
4. lose velocity; move more slowly
   • "The car decelerated"
   • synonyms: decelerate, slow, slow down, slow up
   • antonym: accelerate