backward-looking

[/ˈbækwərd ˈlʊkɪŋ/]
adjective
voltado para o passado
1. Oriented towards or focused on the past rather than the future; lacking forward-thinking perspective
The company's backward-looking approach prevented it from adapting to modern market demands.
A abordagem voltada para o passado da empresa impediu que ela se adaptasse às demandas modernas do mercado.
2. Characterized by nostalgia or reluctance to embrace change and innovation
His backward-looking policies alienated younger voters who wanted progressive reforms.
Suas políticas voltadas para o passado alienaram eleitores mais jovens que queriam reformas progressistas.
3. Retrospective; relating to or examining previous events or periods
The backward-looking analysis revealed patterns in historical data.
A análise retrospectiva revelou padrões nos dados históricos.
In both Brazilian and American English contexts, 'backward-looking' is often used as a criticism in political and business discourse. In Brazil, it frequently appears in discussions about modernization and technological adoption. In the USA, it's commonly used in political debates about progressive versus conservative viewpoints.
NYC Slang
stuck in the past
Synonyms / Sinônimos
conservativeretrogressiveantiquatedretrospectivenostalgic
Antonyms / Antônimos
forward-lookingprogressiveinnovativefuturisticvisionary

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
voltado para o passado
Most common usage across Brazil
São Paulo
retrógrado
More formal/technical alternative
Rio de Janeiro
saudosista
Emphasizes nostalgic aspect
Portugal
virado para o passado
Slightly different word order preference

Related Words

nostalgiaconservatismretrospecttraditionprogress

Related Idioms & Phrases

living in the past
stuck in one's ways
turning back the clock
looking in the rear-view mirror
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