Definitions for conservativism
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1. conservatism, conservativismnoun

   a political or theological orientation advocating the preservation of the best in society and opposing radical changes

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1. conservativism

   Conservatism is a cultural, social, and political philosophy that seeks to promote and to preserve traditional institutions, practices, and values. The central tenets of conservatism may vary in relation to the culture and civilization in which it appears. In Western culture, depending on the particular nation, conservatives seek to promote a range of social institutions such as the nuclear family, organized religion, the military, property rights, monarchy, and parliamentary government. Conservatives tend to favor institutions and practices that guarantee stability and evolved gradually. Adherents of conservatism often oppose certain aspects of modernity (for example mass culture and secularism) and seek a return to traditional values, though different groups of conservatives may choose different traditional values to preserve.The first established use of the term in a political context originated in 1818 with François-René de Chateaubriand during the period of Bourbon Restoration that sought to roll back the policies of the French Revolution. Historically associated with right-wing politics, the term has since been used to describe a wide range of views. There is no single set of policies regarded as conservative because the meaning of conservatism depends on what is considered traditional in a given place and time. Conservative thought has varied considerably as it has adapted itself to existing traditions and national cultures. For example, some conservatives advocate for greater economic intervention, while others advocate for a more laissez faire free-market economic system. Thus, conservatives from different parts of the world—each upholding their respective traditions—may disagree on a wide range of issues. Edmund Burke, an 18th-century politician who opposed the French Revolution but supported the American Revolution, is credited as one of the main theorists of conservatism in the 1790s.

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1. conservativism

   Conservatism is a political and social philosophy that promotes the maintenance of traditional institutions, values and norms, and is often associated with right-wing politics. It supports limited and gradual societal change, advocates for free-market capitalism, individual liberty, and is typically opposed to excessive government intervention. Additionally, conservatism may uphold cultural and religious values, national sovereignty, and law and order. However, its principles and goals may vary globally according to regional history and culture.

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Numerology

1. Chaldean Numerology

   The numerical value of conservativism in Chaldean Numerology is: 6

2. Pythagorean Numerology

   The numerical value of conservativism in Pythagorean Numerology is: 9

Examples of conservativism in a Sentence

1. Abraham Lincoln:

   What is conservativism? Is it not the aherence to the old and tried against the new and untried?

2. Trey Gowdy:

   It's ... OK to be hopeful as you are delivering the message of conservativism. You don't have to be angry, and you don't have to be upset; you can be hopeful.

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References

1. ^ Princeton's WordNet
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