Regress
mediumrih-GRES
verb
Definition
To return to a former or less developed state
Examples
“Under stress, he regressed to childish behavior.”
“The country's economy regressed during the crisis.”
Categories
GRE Tip
Regress is a medium-difficulty GRE word. On the GRE, you might see it paired with synonyms like "revert" or "relapse" in Sentence Equivalence questions. Look for contrast clues (however, despite, although) that signal the opposite meaning. Words like "progress".
Related GRE Words
revert
To return to a previous state, practice, or belief
wane
To decrease in vigor, power, or extent; become weaker
dwindle
To diminish gradually in size, amount, or strength
deteriorate
To become progressively worse
degenerate
To decline or deteriorate physically, mentally, or morally
stagnate
To cease developing; to become inactive or dull
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