Progressive Era
(Pro-gres-sive-E-ra)
4 syllables
Definition
In ref. A period of widespread social activism and political reform across the United States that spanned from the 1890s to the 1920s.
Example Sentence
The Progressive Era was marked by efforts to eliminate problems caused by industrialization, urbanization, and corruption in government.
More Example Sentences
During the Progressive Era, many laws were enacted to improve working conditions and regulate big businesses.
Synonyms
reform period; social reform; political change
Antonyms
regressive period; stagnation; reactionary era
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