A person who opposes progress or advocates against progressive development and change.
From Latin 'contra' (against) + 'progressus' (advancement) + '-ist' (one who practices). A rare term from 19th-century political discourse.
This word captures a real tension in history—societies have always had people resisting change, but whether that's wisdom or fear depends on what change is being proposed!
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