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reactionaryism

/rɪˌækʃəˈnɛərɪzəm/ noun · British & US
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What does reactionaryism mean?

noun

A political or social philosophy that advocates a return to a previous state of affairs, often in reaction to perceived changes or reforms. A person who holds such a philosophy.

Example

"The politician's reactionaryism was evident in her opposition to the new education reform."

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