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Retardent

Part of Speech: Noun, Adjective

Senses:

Noun:

1. a substance that slows down or inhibits the progress, growth, or development of something.

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Adjective:

1. slowing down or delaying the progress, growth, or development of something.

2. relating to a substance that is designed to slow down or inhibit the progress or spread of fire or flames.

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Sample Sentences:

Noun:

1. The chemical is used as a retardent to slow down the growth of bacteria.
2. The introduction of the new laws acted as a retardent on the economic development of the region.
3. The cultural barriers can be seen as retardents to the exchange of ideas.

Adjective:

1. The project experienced a retardent effect due to unforeseen challenges.
2. The fireproof curtains are made of retardent material to prevent the quick spread of flames.
3. It is crucial to use fire retardant materials in buildings to enhance their safety measures.