Progregiousuite

Refers to a progressive rock or metal song that uses a movement structure, similar to a classical suite, and is egregious in duration, upwards of 15 minutes in length.

It seems as though ending an album with an progregiousuite has become Dream Theater's gimmick.

by oblivionproductions January 18, 2025

Progamerkid

What a guy who games and goons call themselves.

Progamerkid is probably gooning

by Hackxl64 March 6, 2025

Program Tripping

Program Tripping refers to a toxic dynamic within Alcoholics Anonymous, where there is a coercive culture that pressures members to conform to rigid interpretations of the program. This phenomenon often manifests in the following ways:

Coercive Conformity: Members may feel obligated to strictly adhere to the 12 steps and the group's expectations, with little room for personal interpretation or individual journey. Those who deviate from these norms may face social ostracism.

Harassment and Intimidation: Individuals expressing doubts or differing views may experience aggressive questioning or criticism, creating an environment of fear that discourages open sharing and vulnerability.

Escalation of Conflict: In extreme cases, members may resort to threatening behavior, including calling law enforcement on others in attempts to have them arrested or removed from the group. This escalation is deeply concerning and can create a hostile atmosphere that undermines the principles of support and compassion.

Social Consequences: Members who do not conform may face negative repercussions, such as isolation, bullying, or being targeted for public confrontation, which can severely impact their willingness to engage with the recovery process.

Impact on Recovery: Rather than fostering a safe and supportive environment, Program Tripping can lead to increased anxiety, reluctance to seek help, and ultimately, a detrimental effect on a member’s recovery journey.

Toxic people in AA program sometimes start Program Tripping on newcomers

by Puma city March 8, 2025

Progtard

Someone who only talks about progressive metal when asked about their music taste, and is too stubborn to branch out to other genres

Eric is such a Progtard, he ONLY ever talks about listening to Gojira

by DupesMoment March 12, 2025

Programship

A strategic initiative or framework that combines programs and partnerships to drive progress and achieve shared goals. A “programship” uses collaborative relationships, where partners contribute their resources, expertise, or networks, to propel the program forward, much like a team working together to move the needle down the court. This concept emphasizes the importance of coordination, shared responsibility, and mutual support to advance a program’s objectives efficiently.

The success of the community development project was largely due to the programship between local organizations, businesses, and government agencies, all working together toward the shared goal of improving infrastructure.

by PSNOW67 March 20, 2025

Progressive Switch

A switch that goes beyond the traditional, dominant roles in the BDSM community, but rather the sadistic role they play.

A person who can either be a soft, hard, or pleasure dom at any given time.

Person 1: "Don't worry, I can be kind. We don't have to be rough."

Person 2: "Oh..so you're a progressive switch lol."

by x.cessive March 29, 2025

Progress Spectrum Theory

The idea that societal or civilizational "progress" is not a single, inevitable ladder (e.g., hunter-gatherer → agrarian → industrial → information age) but a multidimensional space with multiple, often competing, vectors. One axis might be material/technological capacity (energy use, computation). Another is social/ethical development (equity, justice, reduction of suffering). A third is ecological sustainability (harmony with biosphere). A society can surge forward on one axis while regressing on another. "Progress" is thus a value-laden choice of which vector to prioritize. The theory challenges the notion that a society with smartphones and space rockets is inherently "more progressed" than one with strong community bonds, mental health, and a stable climate.

Example: Consider two societies. Society A: Has advanced AI, genetic engineering, and interplanetary travel, but suffers from extreme inequality, pervasive depression, and is in a state of ecological collapse. Society B: Has early-industrial technology but has solved collective action problems, provides universal well-being, and lives in a steady-state economy within planetary boundaries. Linear progress theory says A is ahead. Progress Spectrum Theory plots them on different coordinates: A is high on tech, low on social/ecological axes; B is the inverse. True "advancement" might be seen as moving towards a balanced point in the center of the spectrum, or consciously choosing a different optimal point based on collective values. History isn't a march; it's a dance across a multi-axis graph. Progress Spectrum Theory.

by Nammugal January 24, 2026