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Definition of Counterrevolutionary
1. Noun. A revolutionary whose aim is to reverse the changes introduced by an earlier revolution.
Exact synonyms: Counter-revolutionist, Counterrevolutionist
Generic synonyms: Revolutionary, Revolutionist, Subversive, Subverter
Derivative terms: Counterrevolution
Generic synonyms: Revolutionary, Revolutionist, Subversive, Subverter
Derivative terms: Counterrevolution
2. Adjective. Relating to or being a counterrevolution.
3. Adjective. Marked by opposition or antipathy to revolution. "Ostracized for his counterrevolutionary tendencies"
Antonyms: Revolutionary
Definition of Counterrevolutionary
1. adj. marked by opposition or antipathy to revolution; as, ostracized for his counterrevolutionary tendencies. Opposite of revolutionary.