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Meaning of conservative

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

conservative

Pronunciation:/kənˈsɜːvətɪv//kənˈsɝvətɪv/

noun

Definitions

  1. A person who favors maintenance of the status quo.

    Synonyms:reactionaryright-wingertraditionalist

adjective

Definitions

  1. Cautious.

  2. Tending to resist change or innovation.

    Example: The curriculum committee at this university is extremely conservative.

  3. Based on pessimistic assumptions.

    Example: At a conservative estimate, growth may even be negative next year.

  4. Supporting some combination of fiscal, political or social conservatism.