preservationist

noun

pres·​er·​va·​tion·​ist ˌpre-zər-ˈvā-sh(ə-)nist 

: one who advocates preservation (as of a biological species or a historical landmark)

Examples of preservationist in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Ahead of the vote Monday, the city’s plan was blasted by preservationists and praised by builders and business leaders. — Ryan Gillespie, The Orlando Sentinel, 8 June 2026

The growing slate of projects has drawn legal challenges from preservationist groups and raised questions about the cost to taxpayers. — Justine McDaniel, Los Angeles Times, 2 July 2026

Throughout her career, Totó remained both a preservationist and an innovator. — Preezy Brown, Rolling Stone, 19 May 2026

The home’s condition has long alarmed preservationists, particularly aficionados of Wright’s work. — Bob Goldsborough, Chicago Tribune, 25 June 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1927, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for preservationist

• conservationist
• educationist
• integrationist
• isolationist
• segregationist
• assimilationist
• creationist