conservative

B1
Pronunciation
/kənˈsɜːvətɪv/
/kənˈsɝvətɪv/
Noun
1 definition(s)
1 Definition

A person who favors maintenance of the status quo.

Synonyms
reactionary right-winger traditionalist
Adjective
10 definition(s)
1 Definition

Cautious.

2 Definition

Tending to resist change or innovation.

Example Sentences
  • The curriculum committee at this university is extremely conservative.
3 Definition

Based on pessimistic assumptions.

Example Sentences
  • At a conservative estimate, growth may even be negative next year.
4 Definition

Supporting some combination of fiscal, political or social conservatism.

5 Definition

Relating to the Conservative Party.

6 Definition

Neither creating nor destroying a given quantity.

7 Definition

Having power to preserve in a safe or entire state, or from loss, waste, or injury; preservative.

8 Definition

Relating to Conservative Judaism.

9 Definition

(clothing) Conventional, traditional, and moderate in style and appearance; not extreme, excessive, faddish, or intense.

10 Definition

Not including any operation or intervention (said of a treatment, see conservative treatment)