1. opposed to or hindering economic growth; advocating policies that limit expansion of the economy
Usage: often used in political and economic discourse

Examples

• The candidate's antigrowth stance on environmental regulation concerned business leaders.
• Critics argued that the proposed tax increase was antigrowth and would harm job creation.
• Some economists view strict zoning laws as antigrowth policies that limit housing development.
• The administration rejected the antigrowth measures proposed by the environmental coalition.
• Antigrowth sentiment has grown among voters concerned about climate change and resource depletion.