1. a person who believes in or advocates incremental change or progress rather than radical or revolutionary transformation
Usage: often used in political and social contexts

1. relating to or characterized by incremental change; proceeding by small, gradual steps
Usage: often used in policy, reform, and organizational contexts

Examples

• The incrementalist approach to climate policy focuses on steady emissions reductions over time.
• Critics argue that incrementalists are too cautious and fail to address urgent social problems.
• She took an incrementalist stance, preferring small reforms to complete restructuring.
• The company adopted an incrementalist strategy for modernizing its aging infrastructure.
• Incrementalist thinkers believe that lasting change comes through careful, measured steps.
• His incrementalist philosophy contrasted sharply with the revolutionary demands of the movement.