Retrograde Meaning Astronomy In. Retrograde motion of the planets: Retrograde planets are parts of the personality that operate in an inward, unconscious or delayed manner.

Retrograde planets are parts of the personality that operate in an inward, unconscious or delayed manner. So, the way we define retrograde motion for celestial objects isn’t the same way we define it, or even demonstrate it here on earth, as in, the car next to you.