Regression
/rɪˈɡrɛʃ.ən/noun
A return to a previous state or condition.
Did you know?In psychology, regression is often seen as a defense mechanism, where individuals revert to earlier behaviors to cope with stress — a magical retreat into the past!
Etymological Timeline
Latin
Latin
regressio
“a going back or returning”
14th Century
Old French
regression
“the act of going back or returning to a previous state”
Late 17th Century
English
regression
“the act of retrogressing, often used in scientific contexts”
Modern English
English
regression
“a term used in various fields to describe a return to a previous state or condition, often with psychological or statistical implications.”