Social Trends And Attitudes

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adjective A word that describes or gives more information about a noun or pronoun. In this case, 'regressive' describes something that is becoming less advanced or returning to a previous state.

  • The new tax policy is considered regressive as it disproportionately affects low-income individuals.
  • I heard that the new rules are regressive and will hit us hard in the pocket.
  • The boss's decision to cut our bonuses is totally regressive.
  • His regressive mindset is holding him back from progressing in his career.