retarded

noun verb adjective

Stress: second syllable

Syllables: re-tard-ed (3)

English Definition

Less advanced in mental, physical, or social development than is usual for one's age (often offensive).

Example Sentence

The term is no longer used in medical contexts.

US IPA /rɪˈtɑːrdɪd/
UK IPA /rɪˈtɑːdɪd/