Conservatism
Conservatism noun - Attitudes or opinions tending to favor established ideas, conditions, or institutions.
Pragmatism and conservatism are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Pragmatism" instead a noun "Conservatism".
Pragmatism
Pragmatism noun - (philosophy) the doctrine that practical consequences are the criteria of knowledge and meaning and value.
Conservatism and pragmatism are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Conservatism" instead a noun "Pragmatism".
Mutual synonyms
Both words in one sentence
- Conservatism in Continental Europe is Anglosphere-style taken Up to Eleven with strong religious (and in some cases, monarchist elements) that tends to value zeal over pragmatism.
- Anglosphere-style conservatism does however support political pragmatism and is perfectly willing to accept policy compromises if they are necessary to prevent civil disorder/war.
- Conservatism is defined by pragmatism, the ability to compromise in the name of sensible policy, and good governance using tried-and-tested methods.
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