Word: retrograde
Part of speech: Adjective
Syllables: ret
ro
grade
Definition: Directed backwards, retreating; reverting, especially to an inferior state, declining; inverse, reverse; movement opposite to normal or intended motion, often circular motion.
Morphemes:
Affix: retrograde
Language: en
PoS: Adjective
Meaning: Directed backwards, retreating; reverting, especially to an inferior state, declining; inverse, reverse; movement opposite to normal or intended motion, often circular motion.
Etymology Compounds: Affix: retrō
Language: la
Decoded: retro
PoS: Adverb
Meaning: back, backwards, behind
Affix: gradior
Language: la
Decoded: gradior
Meaning: step, walk