Conservatism

2 words in this vocabulary list

noun a person or group holding extreme political views, especially those who advocate conservative or reactionary policies

adjective relating to or affecting the fundamental nature of something; far-reaching or thorough

  • The rise of the radical right in politics has sparked concern among many citizens.
  • Some people are really worried about the radical right gaining power.
  • I can't stand those radical right-wing nutjobs.
  • The roots of the radical right run deep in our society.

noun a political and economic policy advocating free markets, deregulation, privatization, and reduction in government spending

adjective relating to or characteristic of the policies associated with Margaret Thatcher, the former Prime Minister of the United Kingdom

  • Thatcherism was a political ideology associated with British Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher.
  • Some people still debate the impact of Thatcherism on the UK economy.
  • I'm not a fan of that whole Thatcherism thing.
  • The rise of individualism in society can be seen as a result of Thatcherism.