retarded
/ɹɪˈtɑːdɪd/
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
Delayed; delayed in development, hindered; impeded.
Adjective
Examples
This kind of plant is usually of a retarded growth.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
Having mental retardation; mentally deficient or underdeveloped.
AdjectiveRegister: dated
Examples
Experts in the field say there are now at least 200,000 retarded people over 60 in the United States.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “retarded” mean?
Delayed; delayed in development, hindered; impeded.
Is “retarded” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.