Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

regression

noun

/rɪˈɡrɛʃən/

Definition

A return to a previous state or condition, often related to a decline in progress.

Examples

The regression to old habits made it difficult to achieve new goals.
In statistics, a regression analysis is used to understand the relationships between different data points.
The patient showed signs of regression in her emotional state after the therapy sessions.

Meaning

In a broader sense, regression refers to the process of moving backward or returning to a less developed state. In statistics, it refers to a method for modeling the relationship between variables.