Developmental delay
Retardation and developmental delay are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Retardation" instead a noun "Developmental delay".
Retardation
Retardation noun - A usually gradual decrease in the pace or level of activity of something.
Developmental delay and retardation are semantically related. You can use "Developmental delay" instead a noun "Retardation".
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Retardation and Developmental delay. (2017). Retrieved 2026, July 30, from https://thesaurus.plus/related/developmental_delay/retardation
Developmental delay & Retardation. N.p., 2017. Web. 30 Jul. 2026. <https://thesaurus.plus/related/developmental_delay/retardation>.
Retardation or Developmental delay. 2017. Accessed July 30, 2026. https://thesaurus.plus/related/developmental_delay/retardation.
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