noun
positivism; progressive argument
A stance or argument that actively promotes a certain position, often contrasted with 慎重論 (cautious argument). Used in debates, policy discussions, and opinion pieces.
See also: 慎重論
会議では積極論と慎重論が対立した。
At the meeting, the progressive argument and the cautious argument clashed.
彼の積極論に多くの人が賛成した。
Many people agreed with his positivist stance.
Compound of 積極 (positive, proactive) and 論 (argument, theory). The exact historical derivation is uncertain, but the word follows a common pattern for naming stances or theories.