conservative
conservative
Pronunciation
IPA Phonetic Spelling of "conservative"
IPA: /kənˈsɜːrvətɪv/
Syllable Breakdown:
kən: /kən/
/k/ - voiceless velar stop
/ən/ - nasal vowel
sɜːrv: /sɜːrv/
/s/ - voiceless alveolar fricative
/ɜː/ - open-mid front rounded vowel
/r/ - alveolar approximant
/v/ - voiced labiodental fricative
ətɪv: /ətɪv/
/ə/ - schwa
/t/ - voiceless alveolar stop
/ɪ/ - close front unrounded vowel
/v/ - voiced labiodental fricative
Word Form Variations
Conservative is an adjective, so it doesn't have plural or singular forms. However, it can be used to form nouns and verbs:
Nouns:
Conservative: A person who holds conservative political views.
Example: "The conservative candidate won the election."
Conservatism: The political philosophy of conservatism.
Example: "Conservatism emphasizes tradition and limited government."
Verbs:
Conserve: To protect or save something from waste or loss.
Example: "We must conserve natural resources for future generations."
Conservation: The act of conserving something.
Example: "Conservation efforts are essential to protect endangered species."
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Definitions, Synonyms, Antonyms
Noun
Definition: A person who holds traditional or established values and practices, especially in politics.
Synonyms: Traditionalist, traditionalist, reactionary, orthodox
Antonyms: Liberal, progressive, radical, revolutionary
Adjective
Definition: Characterized by or adhering to traditional or established values and practices, especially in politics.
Synonyms: Traditional, conventional, orthodox, old-fashioned
Antonyms: Liberal, progressive, radical, revolutionary
Verb
Definition: To protect or save something from waste or loss.
Synonyms: Preserve, conserve, safeguard, protect
Antonyms: Waste, squander, dissipate, deplete
Adverb
Definition: In a conservative manner; traditionally or conventionally.
Synonyms: Traditionally, conventionally, cautiously, prudently
Antonyms: Liberally, progressively, radically, revolutionarily
Examples of Use
Books
"In the Conservative Mind, Russell Kirk outlines the principles of American conservatism."
"The Federalist Papers are a collection of essays by Alexander Hamilton, James Madison, and John Jay advocating for a conservative form of government."
Newspapers
"The Wall Street Journal is often considered a conservative publication."
"The New York Post is another example of a conservative newspaper."
Online Publications
"The National Review Online is a prominent conservative website."
"The American Conservative is another influential conservative online publication."
Entertainment Mediums and Platforms
"Fox News is a conservative television network."
"The Daily Wire is a conservative online platform."
"The movie The Sound of Music is often seen as a conservative portrayal of family and tradition."
General Public Discourse
"Many people in the United States identify as conservative or liberal."
"The debate over gun control is often framed as a conservative versus liberal issue."
"The term "conservative" is often used to describe people who are resistant to change."
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10 Famous Quotes Using the term Conservative
"A conservative is a man with two perfectly good legs who, however, has never learned to walk forward." — Franklin D. Roosevelt
"A conservative is someone who makes no changes and consults his grandmother when in doubt." — Woodrow Wilson
"A conservative is a man who sits and thinks, mostly sits." — Woodrow Wilson
"A conservative is one who admires radicals centuries after they’re dead." — Leo Rosten
"A conservative is someone who believes in reform. But not now." — Mort Sahl
"The modern conservative is engaged in one of man’s oldest exercises in moral philosophy; that is, the search for a superior moral justification for selfishness." — John Kenneth Galbraith
"A conservative is a fellow who thinks a rich man should have a square deal." — Frank Dane
"A conservative is someone who believes that nothing should be done for the first time." — Alfred E. Wiggam
"A conservative is a man who believes that if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it. A liberal believes that if it ain’t broke, it doesn’t have enough features yet." — Anonymous
"A conservative sees a man drowning 20 feet from shore and throws him a 10-foot rope. Then he assures him that he’s done his part." — Anonymous
Etymology
The word "conservative" comes from the Latin word "conservare," which means "to keep" or "to preserve." This is because conservatives often believe in preserving traditional values and ways of doing things.
The first known use of the word "conservative" in English was in the 17th century. At that time, it meant someone who was cautious and careful with money. Later, in the 19th century, the meaning of the word expanded to include people who were opposed to political change.
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Phrases + Idioms Containing the term Conservative
Common Phrases
Conservative estimate: A cautious or low estimate.
Conservative party: A political party that generally supports traditional values and limited government.
Conservative values: Traditional or established values, often emphasizing family, religion, and limited government.
Lesser-Known Phrases
Conservative dress code: A strict or formal dress code.
Conservative treatment: A cautious or traditional approach to medical treatment.
Conservative investment strategy: A low-risk investment strategy that emphasizes stability over high returns.
Idioms with Synonyms
Stick to your guns: Be stubborn or persistent in one's beliefs (similar to "conservative stance").
Play it safe: Be cautious or avoid taking risks (similar to "conservative approach").
Hold the line: Maintain the status quo or resist change (similar to "conservative position").
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Source Information
Definition of conservative from The Academic Glossary at Self Exploration Academy, a Urikville Press Publication. © All rights reserved.
