Conservatives
/kənˈsɜrvətɪvz/
Definitions
- (n.) Members or supporters of a political or social philosophy favoring tradition, stability, and continuity, whose principles may influence legal interpretations and policymaking.
The conservatives argued against rapid legal reforms to preserve established statutory norms.
Forms
- conservative
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Commentary
Used mainly to describe a political or ideological group influencing legal policy rather than a strict legal concept.
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