reactionaryism

[US]/[ˈriː.kʃə.nˌɪ.ri.ɪ.zəm]/
[UK]/[ˈriː.æk.ʃənˌɪ.ər.ɪ.zəm]/

Translation

n.Political or social opposition to change, typically advocating a return to traditional values or a previous state of affairs.; The tendency to oppose progressive or liberal ideas.; A reactionary person.

Phrases & Collocations

reactionaryism critique

avoid reactionaryism

reactionaryism surge

reject reactionaryism

reactionaryism tactics

combating reactionaryism

reactionaryism influence

exposing reactionaryism

reactionaryism rise

opposing reactionaryism

Example Sentences

the government accused the group of reactionaryism and attempting to destabilize the nation.

his reactionary policies alienated many moderate voters and damaged his approval rating.

critics argued that the proposed legislation was a clear example of reactionaryism in action.

the historian analyzed the rise of reactionary movements in 19th-century europe.

she condemned the reactionary backlash against the progressive reforms implemented by the previous administration.

the professor warned students about the dangers of ideological rigidity and reactionary thinking.

the party's platform was perceived by some as a reactionary attempt to turn back the clock.

he was labeled a reactionary for his opposition to same-sex marriage.

the debate centered on whether the proposed changes represented progress or reactionary conservatism.

the union denounced the company's actions as a reactionary attempt to undermine workers' rights.

despite facing criticism, the politician defended his reactionary stance on immigration.

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