Meaning of neo-reactionary | Babel Free
ˌniːəʊɹɪˈakʃn̩(ə)ɹiDefinitions
Reacting against the (especially liberal) values of the modern world; now typically seen as characterised by opposition to egalitarianism, support for strong centralised government, and espousal of conservative economic policies.
Examples
“Following the outbreak of a revolution in Bolivia in December, 1943, the CTAL labeled the new Bolivian regime a "neo-reactionary victory" and pointed out that "their aim is undemocratic […]".”
“Austria narrowly avoided installing a neo-reactionary president in last⟳ year’s two elections.”
“Neoreactionary thought contends that the world would operate⟳ much better in the hands of a few tech-savvy elites in a quasi-feudal system.”
CEFR level
C2
Mastery
This word is part of the CEFR C2 vocabulary — mastery level.
This word is part of the CEFR C2 vocabulary — mastery level.
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