Synonyms for
Progressive
Definition
happening or developing gradually over a period of time
Synonyms & similar words
continuoustense
conservative
regressive
reformminded
imperfect
liberal
liberalist
reformist
imperfecttense
progressivetense
gradual
continuing
ongoing
advancing
evolving
developing
modern
innovative
forward-thinking
dynamic
entrepreneurial
liberal
reformist
radical
leftist
socialist
communist
anarchist
humanitarian
philanthropic
Synonyms by register
Informal
Literary
Antonyms
Common collocations
- progressive disease
- progressive lens
- progressive tax
- progressive movement
- progressive era
- progressive politics
- progressive education
Word family
Usage note
Often used in political contexts to describe beliefs or policies that favor reform and change. Can sometimes imply a departure from tradition.
Example sentences
- The city is making progressive changes to be more environmentally friendly.
- The school has a progressive curriculum that focuses on creativity and critical thinking.
- The company's progressive policies have increased employee satisfaction.
- The politician's progressive platform focuses on equality and social justice.
- The athlete's training regimen is a progressive plan that gradually increases in intensity.
Quotes
Without change there is no innovation, creativity, or incentive for improvement. Those who initiate change will have a better opportunity to manage the change that is inevitable. - William Pollard
The only way to make sense out of change is to plunge into it, move with it, and join the dance. - Alan Watts
We cannot be contented because we are gifted with the ability to think progressively, we must act progressively. - Ernest Agyemang Yeboah