1con·ser·va·tive
adjective \kən-ˈsər-və-tiv\: believing in the value of established and traditional practices in politics and society : relating to or supporting political conservatism
Conservative : of or relating to the conservative party in countries like the United Kingdom and Canada
: not liking or accepting changes or new ideas
Full Definition of CONSERVATIVE
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a : of or relating to a philosophy of conservatism b capitalized : of or constituting a political party professing the principles of conservatism: as (1) : of or constituting a party of the United Kingdom advocating support of established institutions (2) : progressive conservative
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a : tending or disposed to maintain existing views, conditions, or institutions : traditional b : marked by moderation or caution <a conservative estimate> c : marked by or relating to traditional norms of taste, elegance, style, or manners
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: of, relating to, or practicing Conservative Judaism
— con·ser·va·tive·ly adverb
— con·ser·va·tive·ness noun
2conservative
noun: a person who believes in the value of established and traditional practices in politics and society : a person who is politically conservative
Conservative : a member or supporter of a conservative political party in countries like the United Kingdom and Canada
Full Definition of CONSERVATIVE
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a : an adherent or advocate of political conservatism b capitalized : a member or supporter of a conservative political party
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a : one who adheres to traditional methods or views b : a cautious or discreet person
con·ser·va·tive
adjective \kən-ˈsər-vət-iv\ (Medical Dictionary)Medical Definition of CONSERVATIVE
: not extreme or drastic; especially : designed to preserve parts or restore or preserve function <conservative treatment of prostate cancer by watchful waiting or hormonal therapy in contrast to radical prostatectomy>—compare aggressive 3, radical
—con·ser·va·tive·ly adverb