Definitions
There are 8 meanings of the word
Progressive.
Progressive - as an adjective
Favoring or promoting progress
Example: "Progressive schools"
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
regressive14(of taxes) adjusted so that the rate increases as the amount of income increases
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
regressive14Progressive - as a noun
A tense of verbs used in describing action that is on-going
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
continuous tenseimperfect18imperfect tenseprogressive tenseHypernyms (Closely Related)
tense5Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
A person who favors a political philosophy of progress and reform and the protection of civil liberties
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
liberal9liberalist12Hypernyms (Closely Related)
adult6grownup13Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Progressive - as an adjective satellite
Favoring or promoting reform (often by government action)
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
reform-mindedreformist14Gradually advancing in extent
(of a card game or a dance) involving a series of sections for which the participants successively change place or relative position
Example: "Progressive euchre"
Advancing in severity
Example: "Progressive paralysis"
Example Sentences
"The progressive rock band played an amazing concert last night."
"She has a progressive approach to teaching, using innovative methods to engage her students."
"The company has a progressive policy of promoting diversity and inclusion."
"He is known for his progressive views on social issues."
"The progressive candidate aims to bring about significant changes in the healthcare system."
Word Game Points
Is PROGRESSIVE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, progressive is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
PROGRESSIVE has a SCRABBLE points total of 17.
Is PROGRESSIVE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, progressive is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordPROGRESSIVE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 20.
Is PROGRESSIVE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, progressive is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordPROGRESSIVE has a WORDFEUD points total of 19.
