Retard Meaning

There are 5 meaning(s) for word Retard

Meaning 1 : slow the growth or development of

    Example : The brain damage will retard the child's language development

    Synonyms : check,  delay
Meaning 2 : a person of subnormal intelligence

    Synonyms : changeling,  cretin,  half-wit,  idiot,  imbecile,  moron
Meaning 3 : lose velocity; move more slowly

    Synonyms : decelerate,  slow,  slow down,  slow up
Meaning 4 : be delayed

Meaning 5 : cause to move more slowly or operate at a slower rate

    Example : This drug will retard your heart rate