immobilism

/ɪmˈɒbɪlɪzəm/

Definitions

1. noun

A tendency or policy of avoiding change or progress, especially in social or political matters; a state of being immobile or unable to move.

“The country’s immobilism in the face of economic crisis only exacerbated the problem.”

Synonyms

  • inertia
  • stagnation

Antonyms

  • activism
  • progressivism