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退步
tuìbù
Description
退步的意思是变得比以前差，特别是学习或能力上没有进步。
The meaning of 退步 is to become worse than before, especially in learning or ability without improvement.
它和进步的意思正好相反。
It is exactly the opposite in meaning to 进步.
Meanings
退步tuìbù
to regress; to get worse
他这学期的成绩退步了。
His grades have declined this semester.
退步tuìbù
regression; setback; decline
这是一个很大的退步。
This is a big setback.
退步tuìbù
room to back down; leeway
做事要给自己留退步。
Leave room for retreat when doing things.
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Notes
- Etymology
退 (retreat) + 步 (step), literally 'step backward'.
- Nuance
opposite of 进步; usually about skill, grades, or performance.
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