Synonyms of mentally retarded
6 similar words
Another word for mentally retarded is special. Other synonyms of mentally retarded are intellectually disabled, developmentally disabled, mentally challenged, developmentally delayed and retarded.
Synonyms and similar words for mentally retarded
adjectiveIntellectually disabled, medically defined as having an IQ (intelligence quotient) below 70 in...
- intellectually disabledHaving an intellectual disability.
- developmentally disabled
- mentally challengedHaving low intelligence.
- special
- developmentally delayed
- retarded offensiveHaving mental retardation; mentally deficient or underdeveloped.
Meaning of mentally retarded
- adjective Intellectually disabled, medically defined as having an IQ (intelligence quotient) below 70 in addition to deficits in two or more adaptive behaviors (which means having problems with basic functional skills that affect everyday, general living).
mentally retarded in other languages
Questions about synonyms of mentally retarded
- What is another word for mentally retarded?
- Mentally retarded has 6 synonyms on Word.ws, such as special, intellectually disabled, developmentally disabled, mentally challenged, developmentally delayed and retarded.
- What does mentally retarded mean?
- Mentally retarded means intellectually disabled, medically defined as having an IQ (intelligence quotient) below 70 in addition to deficits in two or more adaptive behaviors (which means having problems with basic functional skills that affect everyday, general living).
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