incrementalism

American  

[in-kruh-men-tl-iz-uhm, ing-] / ˌɪn krəˈmɛn tlˌɪz əm, ˌɪŋ- /

noun

1. a policy of making changes, especially social changes, by degrees; gradualism.

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Other Word Forms

• incrementalist noun

Etymology

Origin of incrementalism

First recorded in 1965–70; incremental ( def. ) + -ism

Example Sentences

Incrementalism isn’t a dirty word.

From Slate

"We're arguing for radical incrementalism: achieving massive change through small, short-term steps. And we're offering a much-needed contrast to many other climate scenarios, which may be more aligned with the status quo, which isn't working."

From Science Daily

"The incrementalism was perhaps a surprise to markets given the speculation of an actual tweak."

From Reuters

"It looks like the BOJ is taking the "softly, softly" approach here. The incrementalism was perhaps a surprise to markets given the speculation of an actual tweak. It still seems to be on the cards, but just not today. The decision has given the Nikkei a shot in the arm, and a bit of a reprieve from the many headwinds dragging the market lower."

From Reuters

She described herself as “an incrementalist” but acknowledged, “Certain people in the movement don’t like incrementalism” and think “we have to have it all.”

From Seattle Times