conservative attitude
[kənˈsɜːrvətɪv ˈætɪtjuːd]
noun phrasepl: conservative attitudes
atitude conservadora
1. A disposition or approach characterized by preference for traditional values, caution in change, and resistance to reform or innovation
Her conservative attitude toward finances meant she preferred saving over investing in risky ventures.
Sua atitude conservadora em relação às finanças significava que ela preferia poupar a investir em empreendimentos arriscados.
2. Political or social viewpoint favoring preservation of existing institutions and traditional customs
The committee's conservative attitude blocked the proposal for organizational restructuring.
A atitude conservadora do comitê bloqueou a proposta de reestruturação organizacional.
3. A cautious or moderate approach that avoids extremes or excessive risk
Taking a conservative attitude, the engineer added extra safety margins to the design.
Adotando uma atitude conservadora, o engenheiro adicionou margens de segurança extras ao design.
Related Idioms & Phrases
play it safe (conservative in decision-making)
stick to the old ways (resistance to change)
better safe than sorry (conservative principle)
hold your horses (cautious approach)
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