1. people who support or advocate for social, political, or economic reform and change
Usage: plural form

Examples

• The progressives in Congress pushed for healthcare reform.
• Many progressives support environmental protection policies.
• The candidate appealed to both moderates and progressives.
• Progressives often advocate for workers’ rights.
• The progressive movement gained momentum in the early 1900s.
• Young progressives organized rallies for climate action.