retardent

• Nom désignant tout agent qui ralentit, retarde ou empêche un processus ou une action.

A noun referring to any agent that retards, delays, or hinders a process or action.

1. Agent that slows or hindersC1formal

   A substance or factor that slows down, delays, or prevents a process or action.

   Agent retardateur

   • The chemical acts as a fire retardant, slowing the spread of flames.
   • Certain additives are used as growth retardants in agriculture.
   • The new coating is an effective corrosion retardant for metal surfaces.

   Synonymesdelayerdeterrenthindranceimpedimentinhibitorsuppressor

   Antonymesactivatorcatalystpromoterstimulant