Meaning of the word reactionary in English
What does reactionary mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
reactionary
US /riˈæk.ʃən.er.i/
UK /riˈæk.ʃən.ər.i/
Adjective
opposing political or social progress or reform
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His views on education are quite reactionary.
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The government's new policies are seen as reactionary by many.
Noun
a person who holds reactionary political or social views
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He was labeled a reactionary for his traditional beliefs.
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The old guard of the party were mostly reactionaries.