How to Pronounce Regressive

To pronounce "regressive", say REGR-ess-iv-e — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

REGR-ess-iv-e

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💡 Tip for remembering “regressive”

"regressive" has 4 syllables: regr-ess-iv-e. It rhymes with impressive and aggressive, if that helps it stick.

What does regressive mean?

adjective

  1. That tends to return, revert or regress.
  2. (of a tax) Whose rate decreases as the taxed amount increases.

Antonyms

progressive

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Words that rhyme with regressive

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impressiveaggressiveexcessiveoppressiveobsessiveexpressivepossessivecrescivepressivesuccessivedepressiveessive

Related words

throwbackretrogressiveregressingretrogradereturningdecliningdeterioratingflat

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "regressive"?▾

"Regressive" has 4 syllables: regr · ess · iv · e.

What does "regressive" mean?▾

Regressive: That tends to return, revert or regress.

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