👉 Retrocessive in linguistics refers to a word that is used in a way that suggests or implies an inferiority complex, often involving negation. For example: - Retrocessional: This word, meaning "backward," can be used as a negative form of "recede" because it implies that someone or something has been pushed back into a less advantageous position or situation. - Retrogressive: This word, meaning "backward," is also a retrocessional term that suggests an inferiority