retarded
Having or showing a slow or less developed mental or physical ability.
"The teacher noticed that some students were more retarded in their reading skills than others."
"The term is often considered offensive and outdated when describing someone with intellectual disabilities."
"He performed poorly on the test, which he attributed to feeling retarded under pressure."
To slow the progress or development of something.
"Heavy traffic can retarded the speed of our journey."
"The new regulations were designed to retarded the growth of harmful pollutants."
"In the meeting, they discussed measures that could retarded the project timeline."
An insulting term for a person with intellectual or developmental disabilities (considered offensive).
"Using the term 'retard' can be very hurtful to individuals with disabilities."
"In the past, the word 'retarded' was used in clinical settings but is now viewed as derogatory."
"Advocates work hard to raise awareness about the inappropriate use of the word 'retard'."