regressive

adj. withdrawing, moving backward; returning to a previous condition, going back to an earlier state

Adjective
1. (of taxes) adjusted so that the rate decreases as the amount increases
(antonym) progressive
(similar) flat, fixed
(classification) tax, taxation, revenue enhancement
2. opposing progress
(antonym) progressive
(similar) atavistic, throwback(a)
(see-also) backward

adj. regressive, withdrawing, moving backward, returning to a previous condition, going back to an earlier state

adj. regressive, anticipatory

adj. recessive, regressive