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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

retrograde

/ˈrɛtrəɡreɪd/ adjective, verb · British & US
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What does retrograde mean?

adjective, verb

Moving or extending in the opposite direction; moving backwards. To move or extend in the opposite direction; to move backwards.

Example

"The planet's retrograde motion was a rare and spectacular sight in the night sky."

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