retard strength

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Meaning · English

The extreme physical power often displayed by those with cognitive disabilities as a result of decreased inhibition against using their full strength.

Register: offensive, slang

Where it’s used: Used American English

Examples

"The kid bumped me on the lunch line," Havoc responded when I asked what the fight was over. "You know he was like a Special Ed kid in a basement class. But he was big and had that ultra… special… uh… strength… you know what you I mean? I don't want to use that term but…" "So you're saying he had r

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

Common questions

What does “retard strength” mean?

The extreme physical power often displayed by those with cognitive disabilities as a result of decreased inhibition against using their full strength.

Is “retard strength” formal or informal?

retard strength is generally offensive, slang.