regressive
US /rɪˈɡres.ɪv/
UK /rɪˈɡres.ɪv/
形容词
1.
退步的, 倒退的
returning to a former or less developed state
示例:
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The disease caused a regressive decline in his cognitive abilities.
这种疾病导致他的认知能力退化性下降。
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Some argue that the new policy is a regressive step for society.
一些人认为新政策是社会倒退的一步。
2.
累退的
(of a tax or system of taxation) taking a proportionally greater amount from those on lower incomes
示例:
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Sales tax is often considered a regressive tax because it affects lower-income individuals more heavily.
销售税通常被认为是累退的税种，因为它对低收入人群的影响更大。
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The government was criticized for implementing a regressive tax system.
政府因实施累退税制而受到批评。
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