traditionalists
|tra-di-tion-al-ists|
B2
/trəˈdɪʃənəlɪsts/
(traditionalist)
adheres to tradition
Etymology
Etymology Information
'traditionalist' originates from the word 'tradition,' which comes from Latin 'traditio,' meaning 'a handing down or passing on.'
Historical Evolution
'traditio' transformed into the Old French word 'tradicion,' and eventually became the modern English word 'tradition' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'the action of handing over,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'customs or beliefs passed down.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a person who adheres to tradition, especially in cultural or religious practices.
Traditionalists often resist changes in societal norms.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45