conservative

Universal Words adjective, noun adjective 1 opposed to great or sudden social change; showing that you prefer traditional styles and values: the conservative views of his parents * music which is accessible to an audience with extremely conservative tastes * Her style of dress was never conservative. 2 (usually Conservative) connected with the British Conservative Party: Conservative members / supporters 3 (of an estimate) lower than what is probably the real amount or number: At a conservative estimate, he'll be earning ｣50000. conservatively adverb noun 1 (usually Conservative) (abbreviation Con) a member or supporter of the British Conservative Party 2 a conservative person