tory

• Mitglied oder Anhänger der britischen Konservativen Partei, historisch im Gegensatz zu den Whigs, oder allgemein ein politischer Konservativer, der traditionelle Institutionen unterstützt.

A member or supporter of the British Conservative Party, historically opposed to the Whigs, or a political conservative who upholds traditional institutions.

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1. American LoyalistB2formalamericanpolitical

   An American colonist who supported the British side during the American Revolutionary War.

   Loyalist

   • Many Tories fled to Canada after the American Revolution.
   • The Tories were often persecuted by the Patriots.
   • His ancestors were Tories who remained loyal to the Crown.

   Synonymeloyalistroyalist

   Antonymepatriotrebelrevolutionary

2. B2formalbritishpolitical

   A member or supporter of the British Conservative Party, historically known as the Tory Party.

   Tory

   • The Tories won the general election with a slim majority.
   • She has been a lifelong Tory and campaigned for the party.
   • The Prime Minister is a prominent Tory.

   Synonymeconservative

   Antonymelabourliberalwhig

3. Political ConservativeC1formalpolitical

   A person who supports traditional political and social institutions and is generally opposed to radical reform.

   Konservativer

   • He is a Tory at heart, believing in tradition and order.
   • The debate was between a liberal and a Tory.
   • Tories often advocate for lower taxes and a strong national defense.

   Synonymeconservativeright-wingerrightisttraditionalist

   Antonymeliberalprogressiveradicalreformer