noun, noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no'
progressivism
Refers to the political or philosophical ideology advocating social reform and progress. Often used in historical or political contexts.
He advocated for educational reform from a progressivist standpoint.
Progressivism had a major influence in early 20th-century America.
Conservatism, the ideological opposite of progressivism, emphasizing tradition and stability.
Reformism or radicalism; similar to progressivism but often implies more drastic change.
Compound of 進歩 (shinpo, 'progress') and 主義 (shugi, 'ism'). The term is a direct translation of the Western concept of progressivism, likely coined in the Meiji or Taisho period.