Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
retardee
Noun
/rɪˈtɑːrdiː/
Definition
A person who is delayed in development or progress, especially in mental or physical abilities.
Examples
- The school provides special support for each retardee to help them catch up with their classmates.
- As a child, he was labeled a retardee, but with proper guidance, he excelled in his studies later on.
- Retardees may benefit from tailored educational programs that focus on their unique learning needs.
Meaning
The term ‘retardee’ is often used to describe an individual who experiences slower development in cognitive or physical skills compared to peers.
Synonyms
- Delayed individual
- Developmentally challenged person
- Individual with learning difficulties
