nonprogressive
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- adjective
- /nɒnprəˈɡrɛsɪv/
:
no progresista
- The nonprogressive policies of the government hinder innovation.
Examples
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The company's nonprogressive policies made it difficult to attract younger employees.
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He was criticized for his nonprogressive views on technology and education reform.
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In a rapidly changing industry, a nonprogressive mindset can be a significant disadvantage.
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Many view the nonprogressive attitudes in the company as outdated.
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The artist's nonprogressive style appealed to those who preferred traditional techniques.
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Many critics argue that the nonprogressive policies of the government hinder innovation.
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The company's nonprogressive approach has left it lagging behind its competitors.
Synonyms
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A return to an earlier, less advanced state that stops progress
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Still holding old beliefs and unwilling to change
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Refusing to change beliefs or show regret, even when wrong
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Old-fashioned and slow to accept new ideas
Not willing to accept new ideas and slow to change
Not willing to change and sticking to old ways
Opposing slow change in society and its rules
Preferring small or slow change instead of sudden change
From an earlier time or older style
Antonyms
How Progressive
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Surface Forms
Morphology
nonprogressive = progressive (transparent) = non + progressive
A straightforward negation of 'progressive', producing the meaning 'not progressive' which aligns with 'old-fashioned' in many contexts.
Etymology
Nonprogressive is made from the prefix non- meaning 'not' and progressive from progress meaning 'to move forward'. So a nonprogressive idea or policy 'does not move forward' and feels old-fashioned or against change.