adj. [L retardāre-to delay; re- + tardāre-to be slow, deriv. of tardus-slow]
characterized by retardation: a retarded child;
a person who is stupid, obtuse, or ineffective in some way;
Occurring or developing later than desired or expected; delayed;
relatively slow in mental or emotional or physical development.
Hate: Most Often used in an Offensive & Disparaging manner.