Retral (Adjective)

Meaning ¹

Moving or directed or tending in a backward direction or contrary to a previous direction.

Classification

All adjective clusters.

Examples

• The retral motion of the gears caused the machine to malfunction and stop working.
• The retral flow of the river was a result of the tidal wave that had occurred earlier.
• The retral movement of the crowd was a sign that the concert was over and it was time to go home.
• The retral direction of the company's stock prices was a cause for concern among investors.
• The retral action of the piston was what allowed the engine to complete a full cycle.

Synonyms

• Retrograde

Meaning ²

At or near or toward the posterior.

Classification

All adjective clusters.