Conservative meaning in English

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Definition

conservative: traditional, opposed to change; prudent, reserved adjective
a conservative: someone opposed to change, a reactionary; a member of the British Conservative Party noun

Examples

  • "Republicans are sometimes called "conservatives", which refers both to their conservative views on the economy, but also to their social values."
  • "An outspoken conservative businessman, speaking on condition of anonymity, went so far as to say that the new line is another ploy by liberals to exploit easily-influenced consumers."
  • "Perhaps it would be wise to come up with a more... modest version for the more conservative countries."
  • "Republicans are sometimes called "conservatives", which refers both to their conservative views on the economy, but also to their social values."
  • "Are they liberal or conservative?"
  • "These days conservatives are often associated with strong religious beliefs as well."
Exercise 1
From the list below, select the TRUE statement(s) about the Republican Party, according to Bruno.

There may be more than one right choice!
From the list below, select the TRUE statement(s) about the Republican Party, according to Bruno.

There may be more than one right choice!
This is correct. Bruno says "the Republicans position themselves to the right". We often use the adjectives "right-wing" or "left-wing" to describe political tendencies. Example: "Jacob's parents are very right-wing, but Jacob leans to the left".
This is a true statement. Bruno says Republicans favor "deregulation", which refers to the "relaxing or removal of rules" controlling business and industry.
This is not correct. Bruno says the Republicans are "conservative", which is the opposite of "favoring progressive reform". On the contrary, "conservatives" prefer things to stay the same.
This statement is not true. Bruno says "these days conservatives are often associated with strong religious beliefs as well". Christianity is not the only religion, and Bruno does not state that ALL Republicans are religious.

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