Original
Original adjective - Coming before all others in time or order.
Progressive and original are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Progressive" instead an adjective "Original".
Progressive
Progressive adjective - Being or employing the latest concepts, styles, or techniques.
Usage example: one of the founders of progressive dance, Isadora Duncan became an inspiration to an array of free-spirited artists
Original and progressive are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Original" instead an adjective "Progressive".
Mutual synonyms
Both words in one sentence
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The most progressive one in the developing, that mimics the original games in 99% is Mega Man Battle Network Chrono X; being programmed in GML (Game Maker Language).
- After three Video Game Remakes worth of progressive retrofits to her character, her next fully original appearance in Megadimension Neptunia VII is as a well-rounded, well-liked mecha-nerd.
Source: Characterization Marches On -
Fair for Its Day: Islam's positions on women were remarkably progressive, in their original form, compared to the views of surrounding societies.
Source: Useful Notes / Islam
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