Definition of Retrogress

to return to a prior state that is typically worse than the current state

Examples of Retrogress in a sentence

When Glenn became a millionaire, he swore he would never retrogress to a life of poverty.  🔊

The people were worried their inept legislators would ruin the economy by causing it to retrogress to a monetary depression.  🔊

Although Ivan had been sober for several years, he eventually started to retrogress to a life of addiction.  🔊

The activists continue to campaign against the leader who could cause their democratic nation to retrogress to a dictatorship.  🔊

If Eliza does not continue her physical therapy, her leg muscles will retrogress to a weakened state.  🔊

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