DEGRESSIVE Synonyms: 14 Similar and Opposite Words

degressive

adjective

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regressive

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Property tax is regressive, meaning the rate generally is not adjusted higher or lower to reflect a taxpayers’ income or wealth.

— Keith M. Phaneuf, Hartford Courant, 17 July 2026
This regressive levy is pushing senders towards untaxed digital channels, particularly stablecoin transfers, which fall outside current regulations.

— Zennon Kapron, Forbes.com, 17 July 2026

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degressive

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