conservativism
/kənˈsɜrvətɪvɪzəm/
noun
- A political or social philosophy that prefers traditional institutions and practices and is cautious about change.
- Her conservativism led her to oppose the new tax reform.
- The party's platform is built on conservativism and respect for tradition.
- Conservativism in the United States often emphasizes free markets and limited government.
- A tendency to avoid change or new ideas in personal behavior or style.
- Cultural conservativism can sometimes slow down social progress.
- His conservativism in fashion means he only wears classic styles.
- The school's conservativism about technology kept them from using computers in class.
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