conservative notions
[kən-ˈsər-və-tiv ˈnō-shənz]
noun phrasefeminine plural (notions)pl: conservative notions
noções conservadoras
1. Ideas, beliefs, or concepts that favor traditional values, established institutions, and gradual change rather than radical reform
Her conservative notions about family structure reflected her upbringing.
Suas noções conservadoras sobre a estrutura familiar refletiam sua criação.
2. Cautious or moderate ideas opposed to progressive or liberal viewpoints
The board members held conservative notions about investment strategies.
Os membros do conselho mantinham noções conservadoras sobre estratégias de investimento.
3. Traditional or conventional understandings of social, political, or moral matters
In the 1950s, conservative notions about gender roles dominated society.
Nos anos 1950, noções conservadoras sobre papéis de gênero dominavam a sociedade.
In Brazilian context, conservative notions often relate to religious values, family hierarchy, and respect for hierarchy in institutions. In the USA, the term is frequently used in political discourse to describe Republican or right-leaning viewpoints. The phrase carries neutral to negative connotations depending on the speaker's perspective—progressives may use it critically, while conservatives use it descriptively.
NYC Slang
old-school thinking; square ideals; buttoned-up values
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