Conserved: meaning, definitions and examples

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conserved

 

[ kษ™nหˆsษœหrvd ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

general use

The term 'conserved' refers to the act of protecting something from loss, decay, or destruction. It can also imply the careful management of resources to maintain their sustainability over time. In scientific contexts, it often denotes preserving specific types of energy, resources, or biological entities. The practice of conservation can apply to various fields, including environmental science, art preservation, and cultural heritage. It indicates an intentional effort to keep something intact for future generations.

Synonyms

maintained, preserved, protected, safeguarded, saved

Examples of usage

  • The wildlife refuge conserved the habitats of endangered species.
  • Many museums have conserved ancient artifacts for educational purposes.
  • Efforts to conserve water are crucial during droughts.
  • The architect conserved the building's historical features during renovation.

Translations

Translations of the word "conserved" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น conservado

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคธเค‚เคฐเค•เฅเคทเคฟเคค

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช konserviert

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ dipertahankan

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะทะฑะตั€ะตะถะตะฝะธะน

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ zachowany

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ไฟๅญ˜ใ•ใ‚ŒใŸ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท conservรฉ

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ conservado

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท korunan

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ณด์กด๋œ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู…ุญููˆุธ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ uchovanรฝ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ uchovanรฝ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ไฟๅญ˜็š„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ ohranjen

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ verndur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ัะฐา›ั‚ะฐะปา“ะฐะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒจแƒ”แƒœแƒแƒฎแƒฃแƒšแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ qorunan

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ conservado

Etymology

The word 'conserved' is the past tense of the verb 'conserve', which derives from the Latin 'conservare', meaning 'to keep, preserve, or maintain'. In English, the term began to appear in the late 14th century, initially associated with the act of preserving items from destruction or loss. The usage expanded over the years, particularly during the 19th and 20th centuries when movements focused on environmental protection and the sustainable use of resources became more prevalent. The concept of conservation now encompasses a broad range of practices aimed at maintaining both natural and cultural resources. This historical evolution reflects increasing awareness and concern for ecological and cultural preservation among societies globally.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranked #11,995, this word falls into high-advanced vocabulary. It appears less frequently but is valuable for expressing precise meanings in specific contexts.