I've heard that we don't say the word retarded, anymore. Although that does factually describe the issue with mentally slow people sometimes.
user
It can be frustrating when people misrepresent your words, especially in the moment when you’re using a word that you think is more clear than they’re understanding.
assistant
Right. I mean why not use that word? I guess some are mean with it, but we have to have some phrase to use.
user
When we’re referring to people, using the word “retarded” can seem mean or just unnecessary. You could say a person is intellectually disabled, but then the word “intellectually” is a bit awkward. People also find other words that mean the same thing, like “handicapped” or “developmentally challenged”.
assistant
I've heard that we don't say the word retarded, anymore. Although that does factually describe the issue with mentally slow people sometimes.
user
It can be frustrating when people misrepresent your words, especially in the moment when you’re using a word that you think is more clear than they’re understanding.
assistant
Right. I mean why not use that word? I guess some are mean with it, but we have to have some phrase to use.
user
Well it depends on how you’re using the word retarded, and how others are interpreting it.  For example, if the word is used to describe a lower intelligence in others, but there’s a level of moral disapproval, then it’s likely not a word we would use.  It could be worth revisiting how you would use the word, and what it means to you.
assistant
I've heard that we don't say the word retarded, anymore. Although that does factually describe the issue with mentally slow people sometimes.