Synonyms of regression
5 similar words · 1 opposite word
Another word for regression is restoration. Other synonyms of regression are restitution, reversion and deconversion. The opposite of regression is progression.
Synonyms and similar words for regression
nounAn action of regressing, a return to a previous state.
- deconversionUndoing or dissolution of conversion.
- restitutionA return or restoration to a previous condition or position.
- step backA reversion to a former state or situation.
- restorationThe process of bringing an object back to its original state; the process of restoring something.
- reversionThe action of returning to a former condition or practice.
Opposite of regression
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Meaning of regression
- noun An action of regressing, a return to a previous state.
- noun An action of travelling mentally back in time.
- noun A psychotherapeutic method whereby healing is facilitated by inducing the patient to act out behaviour typical of an earlier developmental stage.
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Questions about synonyms of regression
- What is another word for regression?
- Regression has 5 synonyms on Word.ws, such as restoration, restitution, reversion and deconversion.
- What is the opposite of regression?
- The opposite of regression is progression.
- What does regression mean?
- Regression means an action of regressing, a return to a previous state.
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