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What is another word for Conservative? – 157 Conservative Synonyms

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    Synonyms & Similar Words

    traditional conventional orthodox right-wing reactionary moderate cautious prudent careful restrained limited restricted traditionalist classic classical historic historical standard customary usual habitual routine regular normal typical expected anticipated predictable unimaginative unadventurous unenterprising timid unambitious complacent smug hidebound old-fashioned outdated outmoded archaic anachronistic reactionary ultraconservative rightist Tory blimpish die-hard fuddy-duddy illiberal unprogressive

    Meaning of Conservative

    A person who is conservative is someone who prefers traditional methods, values, and ideas, and is often opposed to change.

    Definitions

    • A person who is opposed to change, especially in politics, and wants to keep things as they are
    • * A person who is cautious and careful in their actions and decisions
    • * A political party or movement that advocates for traditional methods and values

    Etymology of Conservative

    The word "conservative" comes from the Latin "conservare", which means "to preserve" or "to keep"
    It originated in the 14th century, initially meaning "to preserve" or "to keep"
    Over time, the word evolved to describe a person who prefers traditional methods and values, and is often opposed to change

    Example Uses

    • The conservative government implemented policies to reduce spending and cut taxes
    • * She's a conservative dresser, preferring classic styles to trendy fashions
    • * The company has a conservative approach to investment, preferring low-risk options

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

    liberal progressive radical revolutionary left-wing socialist communist anarchist libertarian democrat reformist activist militant extremist fanatic zealot enthusiastic adventurous daring bold fearless audacious unorthodox unconventional innovative experimental avant-garde pioneering groundbreaking

    Related Nouns

    politics government party movement ideology philosophy tradition culture heritage history values principles morals ethics convention custom habit routine practice policy doctrine dogma creed tenet platform manifesto

    Related Verbs

    preserve conserve protect defend maintain uphold support advocate promote champion campaign lobby vote elect govern rule administer manage regulate control restrict limit

    Related Adjectives

    traditional conventional orthodox right-wing reactionary moderate cautious prudent careful restrained limited restricted classic classical historic historical standard customary usual habitual routine regular normal typical expected anticipated predictable unimaginative unadventurous unenterprising