ALL meanings of conservatism
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C c - uncountable noun conservatism Conservatism is a political philosophy which believes that if changes need to be made to society, they should be made gradually. You can also refer to the political beliefs of a conservative party in a particular country as Conservatism. 3
- uncountable noun conservatism Conservatism is unwillingness to accept changes and new ideas. 3
- noun conservatism opposition to change and innovation 3
- noun conservatism a political philosophy advocating the preservation of the best of the established order in society and opposing radical change 3
- noun conservatism the form of conservatism advocated by the Conservative Party 3
- noun conservatism the policies, doctrines, or practices of the Conservative Party 3
- noun conservatism the principles and practices of a conservative person or party; tendency to oppose change in institutions and methods 3
- noun conservatism A political philosophy that advocates traditional values. 1
- noun conservatism the disposition to preserve or restore what is established and traditional and to limit change. 1
- noun conservatism the principles and practices of political conservatives. 1
- noun conservatism politics, etc.: traditionalism 1
- noun conservatism caution, restraint 1
- noun conservatism A risk-averse attitude or approach. 0