Pronunciation: /riˈækʃəˌnɪzəm/
noun opposition to progress or liberalism; extreme conservatism
A1 Reactionism is when someone always reacts in the same way to a situation without thinking.
A2 Some people exhibit reactionism by immediately getting defensive when confronted with criticism.
B1 The politician's reactionism to the controversial issue caused a lot of backlash from the public.
B2 It is important to be aware of our own reactionism and try to respond thoughtfully instead.
C1 The artist's work explores the concept of reactionism in society and how it influences behavior.
C2 In times of crisis, it is crucial to avoid falling into the trap of reactionism and instead approach the situation with a clear mind.
formal The rise of reactionism in politics has led to increased polarization among the population.
informal Some people just can't handle change and resort to reactionism whenever something new is introduced.
slang I'm so over all this reactionism in the media, can't we just focus on the facts?
figurative His constant reactionism to criticism is like trying to put out a fire with gasoline.
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