Dictionary entryCEFR B2adjective
conservative
IPA pronunciation: /kənˈsɜːvətɪv/
Listen to the pronunciationRussian meaning
консервативный
English definition
Tending to resist change and favor traditional values or styles.
Example
He has a conservative approach to investing.
Collocations
- conservative estimate
- conservative values
- politically conservative
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