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Definition of conservativeness
conservativeness
/kənˈsɜːrvətɪvnəs/
con · ser · va · tive · ness
Adverb:conservatively
•Adjective:conservative
conservativeness Lexical Profile
CEFR
C1
Grade
11
Tier
2
Usage
Rare
Syllables
5
• noun
1
The quality or state of being conservative, characterized by caution, moderation, and a preference for established traditions or conventional practices over rapid change.
Example
"The financial advisor's natural conservativeness helped protect her clients' portfolios during the market downturn."
Word Nuance & Usage
While "conservatism" typically refers to a formal political or social ideology, "conservativeness" is more commonly used to describe a personal trait, cautious disposition, or restrained style.
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Usage Trend
Historical frequency of usage in published text.
180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer
Cite this Entry
Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Conservativeness. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/conservativeness