Ultraconservative: meaning, definitions and examples

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ultraconservative

 

[ ˌʌltrəkənˈsəːvətɪv ]

Context #1

political beliefs

Someone who holds extremely conservative political beliefs, often opposing any kind of change or reform.

Synonyms

extremely conservative, rigidly conservative, traditionalist

Examples of usage

  • He is known for his ultraconservative views on immigration.
  • The party's ultraconservative stance on social issues alienates many voters.
  • The ultraconservative group strongly opposes the new environmental regulations.
Context #2

person with extreme views

A person who strongly opposes any change or modernization, often advocating for a return to traditional values or practices.

Synonyms

diehard, reactionary, traditionalist

Examples of usage

  • The ultraconservative is against any form of progress or innovation.
  • She is considered an ultraconservative due to her strict adherence to old customs and beliefs.

Translations

Translations of the word "ultraconservative" in other languages:

🇵🇹 ultraconservador

🇮🇳 अतिरूढ़िवादी

🇩🇪 ultrakonservativ

🇮🇩 ultrakonservatif

🇺🇦 ультраконсервативний

🇵🇱 ultrakonserwatywny

🇯🇵 超保守的 (ちょうほしゅてき)

🇫🇷 ultraconservateur

🇪🇸 ultraconservador

🇹🇷 aşırı muhafazakar

🇰🇷 초보수주의 (초보수적)

🇸🇦 فائق المحافظة

🇨🇿 ultrakonzervativní

🇸🇰 ultrakonzervatívny

🇨🇳 极端保守的 (jí duān bǎo shǒu de)

🇸🇮 ultrakonservativen

🇮🇸 ofur íhaldssamur

🇰🇿 ультраконсервативті

🇬🇪 ულტრაკონსერვატიული

🇦🇿 ultrakonservativ

🇲🇽 ultraconservador

Word origin

The term 'ultraconservative' originated in the mid-19th century, combining the prefix 'ultra-' meaning extreme with 'conservative' referring to traditional or cautious beliefs. It is often used to describe individuals or groups who resist change and advocate for maintaining traditional values and practices.