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ultra-conservatism
noun[ U ]
(alsoultraconservatism)uk /ˌʌl.trə.kənˈsɜː.və.tɪ.zəm/ us /ˌʌl.trə.kənˈsɝː.və.tɪ.zəm/
extreme conservatism(= the quality of not usually liking or trusting change, especially sudden change):
The candidate's display of ultra-conservatism helped him win the primary in the deeply Republican state.
The town's ultra-conservatism went on display when she tried to open an adult-toy shop.
The president had a reputation for ultra-conservativism, which was reflected in tax cuts, his opposition to gay marriage and abortion rights, and aggressive military policy.
As a teenager, he discovered punk rock and began to rebel against his parents' ultra-conservatism.
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