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progressive

The correct spelling is progressive.

How to pronounce progressive

noun

IPA: /pɹəˈɡɹɛsɪv/

Say it like: Pro-gre-ssi-ve

The correct spelling is progressive. A person who actively favors or strives for progress towards improved conditions, as in society or government. For example: "a progressive politician"

Usage Examples

a progressive politician

a progressive school

progressive paralysis

Meanings

noun

  1. 1.A person who actively favors or strives for progress towards improved conditions, as in society or government.
  2. 2.(grammar) A progressive verb; a verb used the progressive tense and generally conjugated as to end in -ing.

adjective

  1. 1.Favouring or promoting progress; advanced.
  2. 2.Gradually advancing in extent; increasing.
  3. 3.Promoting or favoring progress towards improved conditions or new policies, ideas or methods.
  4. 4.Liberal.
  5. 5.Of or relating to progressive education.

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