conservatism

柯林斯词典

1. N-UNCOUNT Conservatism is a political philosophy which believes that if changes need to be made to society, they should be made gradually. You can also refer to the political beliefs of a conservative party in a particular country as conservatism. (政治) 保守主义; (特指某国) 保守政党的政治主张
...the philosophy of modern conservatism. …现代保守主义哲学。
2. N-UNCOUNT Conservatism is unwillingness to accept changes and new ideas. 守旧性
The conservatism of the literary establishment in this country is astounding. 这个国家文学界的守旧态度令人震惊。