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reactionary

/rɪˈækʃənəri/ noun · British & US
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What does reactionary mean?

noun

A person who believes in or advocates a return to a previous state of society or politics, often in opposition to progressive or liberal ideas. A person who reacts quickly or strongly to a situation.

Example

"The politician was criticized for being a reactionary in his views on social change."

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