PROGRESSIVE
/pɹəˈɡɹɛsɪv/
11 letters · 3 syllables · noun, adjective
Definition of PROGRESSIVE
A person who actively favors or strives for progress towards improved conditions, as in society or government.
(grammar) A progressive verb; a verb used the progressive tense and generally conjugated as to end in -ing.
Favouring or promoting progress; advanced.
Gradually advancing in extent; increasing.
Promoting or favoring progress towards improved conditions or new policies, ideas or methods.
"a progressive politician"
Antonyms of PROGRESSIVE
Words with opposite meaning
Examples of PROGRESSIVE in a Sentence
- "a progressive politician"
Word Details
Is PROGRESSIVE a Scrabble Word?
Yes, PROGRESSIVE is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: PROGRESSIVE uses 11 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for PROGRESSIVE
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | p | r | o | g | r | e | s | s | i | v | e | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 3 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 17 |
| WWF | 4 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 1 | 20 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in PROGRESSIVE
100 words from the letters in PROGRESSIVE
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How to Use PROGRESSIVE in Word Games
PROGRESSIVE is worth 17 points in Scrabble and 20 points in Words With Friends, making it a high-scoring word.
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