regression
Pronunciation
Noun
B1 Intermediate
Quick answer
A return to an earlier, usually worse or less developed, state, or in statistics, a method for analyzing the relationship between variables.
Synonyms and antonyms
Synonyms
relapse
decline
Antonyms
progression
advancement
Usage notes
In statistics, "regression analysis" is a method for predicting one variable based on its relationship to others, a distinct technical sense.
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "After the stressful move, the toddler showed signs of _____, like wanting a bottle again."
Answer: regression
In your own words, what does "regression" mean?
A return to an earlier, usually worse or less developed, state, or in statistics, a method for analyzing the relationship between variables.
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