Regression (Noun)

Meaning ¹

The relation between selected values of x and observed values of y (from which the most probable value of y can be predicted for any value of x).

Classification

Nouns denoting cognitive processes and contents.

Synonyms

• Simple Regression
• Regression Toward The Mean
• Statistical Regression

Hypernyms

• Statistical Procedure

Hyponyms

• Rectilinear Regression

Meaning ²

An abnormal state in which development has stopped prematurely.

Classification

Nouns denoting natural processes.

Synonyms

• Fixation
• Arrested Development
• Infantile Fixation

Hypernyms

• Abnormalcy
• Abnormality

Meaning ³

Returning to a former state.

Classification

Nouns denoting acts or actions.

Synonyms

• Retroversion
• Reversion
• Regress
• Retrogression

Related Words

• Regress (verb)

Meaning ⁴

(psychiatry) a defense mechanism in which you flee from reality by assuming a more infantile state.

Classification

Nouns denoting natural processes.

Hypernyms

• Defense
• Defence
• Defense Reaction
• Defence Mechanism
• Defence Reaction