progressive

A2
Pronunciation
/pɹəˈɡɹɛsɪv/
Noun
2 definition(s)
1 Definition

A person who actively favors or strives for progress towards improved conditions, as in society or government.

2 Definition

(grammar) A progressive verb; a verb used the progressive tense and generally conjugated as to end in -ing.

Adjective
8 definition(s)
1 Definition

Favouring or promoting progress; advanced.

2 Definition

Gradually advancing in extent; increasing.

3 Definition

Promoting or favoring progress towards improved conditions or new policies, ideas or methods.

Example Sentences
  • a progressive politician
4 Definition

Liberal.

5 Definition

Of or relating to progressive education.

Example Sentences
  • a progressive school
6 Definition

(of an income tax or other tax) Increasing in rate as the taxable amount increases.

7 Definition

Advancing in severity.

Example Sentences
  • progressive paralysis
8 Definition

(grammar) Continuous.