Conservatism

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Pronunciation: /kənˈsɜrvətɪzəm/

Definitions of conservatism

noun a political philosophy or attitude emphasizing respect for traditional institutions, distrust of government activism, and opposition to sudden change in the established order

Example Sentences

A1 Some people prefer conservatism in their daily routines.

A2 The company's conservatism in spending has helped them stay financially stable.

B1 Political conservatism is often associated with traditional values and beliefs.

B2 The conservatism of the organization's leadership led to slow adaptation to new technologies.

C1 His conservatism in investing meant he missed out on some lucrative opportunities.

C2 The artist's conservatism in sticking to a particular style limited her artistic growth.

Examples of conservatism in a Sentence

formal Conservatism is a political and social philosophy promoting traditional values and institutions.

informal Some people believe that conservatism is outdated and resistant to change.

slang I don't understand why some folks are so stuck in their conservatism.

figurative In a world of constant change, conservatism can sometimes feel like trying to swim against the tide.

Grammatical Forms of conservatism

plural

conservatisms

comparative

more conservative

superlative

most conservative

present tense

conserves

future tense

will conserve

perfect tense

have conserved

continuous tense

are conserving

singular

conservatism

positive degree

conservative

infinitive

to conserve

gerund

conserving

participle

conserved

Origin and Evolution of conservatism

First Known Use: 1830 year
Language of Origin: Latin
Story behind the word: The word 'conservatism' originated from the Latin word 'conservare' which means 'to preserve'.
Evolution of the word: Originally used in the early 19th century to describe a political philosophy favoring traditional values and social stability, the term conservatism has evolved to encompass a range of ideologies and beliefs focused on preserving established institutions and resisting change.