kɑn.sər.və.tɪv

Definitions

1. noun

a person who prefers to preserve traditional or existing customs, attitudes, etc., and is often hesitant to change or experiment.

“She was a conservative voter who preferred to stick to traditional values.”

2. adjective

cautious and careful in avoiding risk or change.

“The company was a conservative investor, preferring to stick to established assets.”

3. adjective

aiming to preserve or restore what exists or has existed, especially in politics and society.

“The conservative government introduced policies to conserve traditional industries.”