Retarded Definition & Meaning

retarded
adjective
  1. relatively slow in mental or emotional or physical development; "providing a secure and sometimes happy life for the retarded"
noun
  1. people collectively who are mentally retarded; "he started a school for the retarded"

"Retarded" in song lyrics

See how retarded is used in real songs:

  • "Peep game, hit the party then we get retarded"
    10sion — Let's Get it On
  • "Just put me in a cage in a basement, I'm retarded"
    Action Bronson — Get Off My P.P.
  • "You miss your brothers, ex-lovers harass you, retarded"
    Alltruisms — 'Oh'

Usage tips for "retarded"

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