Regression (N):
Pronunciation: /rɪˈɡrɛʃən/
Word Meaning:
“Regression” as a noun refers to a return to a previous or less developed state or condition. In statistical terms, it describes a measure of the relation between the mean value of one variable (dependent) and corresponding values of other variables (independent).
Uses in Sentence:
- The patient’s regression surprised the doctors, as they thought he was improving.
- Economic regression can have long-lasting effects on a country’s development.
- The regression analysis revealed a significant correlation between income and education level.
Synonyms:
- Decline
- Backsliding
- Retrogression
- Deterioration
- Relapse
Antonyms:
- Advancement
- Progress
- Improvement
- Development
- Growth
Word Meaning in Hindi:
In Hindi, “regression” can be translated as “प्रतिबद्धता” (pratibaddhata) or “प्रतिगति” (pratigati).
Word uses in Hindi:
- मरीज़ की प्रतिबद्धता डॉक्टरों को हैरान कर दी, क्योंकि उन्हें लगा कि वह सुधार रहा था। (The patient’s regression surprised the doctors, as they thought he was improving.)
- आर्थिक प्रतिबद्धता के देश के विकास पर लम्बे समय तक असर पड़ सकते हैं। (Economic regression can have long-lasting effects on a country’s development.)
- प्रतिबद्धता विश्लेषण ने आय और शिक्षा स्तर के बीच महत्वपूर्ण संबंध का पता लगाया। (The regression analysis revealed a significant correlation between income and education level.)