Conservationist
A person who advocates for or works to protect natural resources and the environment; a guardian or advocate of ecological preservation and sustainable use.
nounConservationist
A person who advocates for or works to protect natural resources and the environment; a guardian or advocate of ecological preservation and sustainable use.
nounImagine This
Picture a park ranger biking through a forest, planting trees, cleaning rivers, and lobbying for wildlife corridors to ensure future generations inherit healthy habitats.
Sounds Like
kuhn-SUR-vuh-SAY-shuh-nist
Looks Like
conserve + ation + ist (looks like the word 'conserve' plus 'ation' plus 'ist')
Remember This
Conservationists focus on sustainable use of resources and habitat protection; they often work with communities and policymakers, unlike purist preservationists who advocate for keeping areas untouched.
Other Forms
Connect With
environmentalism, ecology, stewardship, preservation, sustainability
Note
Avoid conflating with 'preservationist'—a conservationist supports sustainable use and management, whereas a preservationist emphasizes keeping environments in their natural state with minimal human interference.