'conservatism' originates from the Latin word 'conservare,' where 'con-' meant 'together' and 'servare' meant 'to keep or guard.'

'conservare' transformed into the French word 'conservatisme,' and eventually became the modern English word 'conservatism.'

Initially, it meant 'to keep or guard together,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a political and social philosophy promoting traditional institutions and practices.'