Meaning Of The Word Reactionary

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reactionary
adjective: A reactionary person or group tries to prevent changes in the political or social system of their country.

reactionary in American English
a reactionary person; advocate of reaction, esp. in politics
of, characterized by, or advocating reaction, esp. in politics
adjective: of, pertaining to, marked by, or favoring reaction, esp. extreme conservatism or rightism in politics; opposing political or social change
noun: a reactionary person

reactionary in British English
adjective: of, relating to, or characterized by reaction, esp against radical political or social change
noun: a person opposed to radical change

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