How to Pronounce Prograde

To pronounce "prograde", say PROGR-ad-e — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

PROGR-ad-e

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💡 Tip for remembering “prograde”

"prograde" has 3 syllables: progr-ad-e. It rhymes with low-grade, if that helps it stick.

What does prograde mean?

verb

  1. Of sediment, to build out seawards in conditions of marine regression.

adjective

  1. Moving in a forward direction, especially with respect to other bodies in the same system.
  2. Being a metamorphic change resulting from a higher pressure or temperature.

Antonyms

retrograde

Words that rhyme with prograde

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

low-grade

Related words

processiveadvanciveforrarderadvanceprovectprecurrentforeforwards

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "prograde"?▾

"Prograde" has 3 syllables: progr · ad · e.

What does "prograde" mean?▾

Prograde: Of sediment, to build out seawards in conditions of marine regression.

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