tory

• Membre ou partisan du parti conservateur britannique, historiquement opposé aux whigs, ou conservateur politique défendant les institutions traditionnelles.

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.

   Loyaliste américain

   • 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.

   Synonymesloyalistroyalist

   Antonymespatriotrebelrevolutionary

2. B2formalbritishpolitical

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

   tory (membre ou partisan du Parti conservateur britannique)

   • 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.

   Synonymesconservative

   Antonymeslabourliberalwhig

3. Political ConservativeC1formalpolitical

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

   Conservateur politique

   • 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.

   Synonymesconservativeright-wingerrightisttraditionalist

   Antonymesliberalprogressiveradicalreformer