extreme conservatism, especially in politics. wanting to restore to past conditions that can no longer compete with modern changes.
Former radical hippies turning into post reactionary hippies
Former radical hippies turning into post reactionary hippies
The "reactionary" elders of this country held on to the belief that someday after the reign of republican presidents the figure of chieftain or king will be restored as the political head figure once again.
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