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Definition of conservationist

conservationist

/ˌkɑːnsərˈveɪʃənɪst/
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Plural:conservationists
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conservationist Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

A person who advocates or works professionally for the protection, preservation, and careful management of natural environments, ecosystems, and wildlife.

Example

"The wildlife conservationist spent decades working to protect endangered sea turtles and their nesting beaches."

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• adjective

1

Relating to, characteristic of, or advocating the protection and sustainable management of the natural environment and wildlife.

Example

"The government partnered with several conservationist groups to establish a new marine sanctuary."

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• Rhymes for conservationist

• Nearby Words

conservancy
conservation
conservational
conservationist
conservatism
conservative
conservatively

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in the late 19th century from 'conservation' and the agent suffix '-ist', tracing back to Latin 'conservare' meaning 'to keep, preserve, or guard'.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Conservationist. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/conservationist
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