Synonyms of conservation

conservation

noun

ˌkän(t)-sər-ˈvā-shən 

1

as in preservation

the careful maintaining and protection of something valuable especially in its natural or original state

everyone has a duty to aid in the conservation of our nation's wilderness areas

Synonyms & Similar Words

• preservation
• conservancy
• protection
• maintenance
• management
• defense
• sustentation
• saving
• upkeep
• salvation
• care
• economy
• safeguarding
• guardianship
• guarding
• safekeeping
• husbandry
• keeping

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• waste
• neglect
• destruction
• ignoring
• damage
• injury
• dereliction
• ruin
• squandering
• harm
• hurt

2

as in maintenance

the act or activity of keeping something in an existing and usually satisfactory condition

the conservation of the nation's monuments and memorials

Synonyms & Similar Words

• preservation
• maintenance
• preserving
• conserving
• upkeep
• keep
• conservancy
• care and feeding
• support
• sustentation
• protection
• sustaining
• defense
• custody
• guardianship
• safeguarding
• guarding
• safekeeping
• care

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• neglect
• negligence
• ignoring
• disregard
• destruction
• injury
• damage
• harm
• demolition
• inattention
• dereliction
• ruin
• hurt
• ruination

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of conservation

The property is also free of any conservation easements, giving considerable flexibility to expand or adapt portions of the ranch. — Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 27 July 2026

For example, some studies have demonstrated that birders are more likely to support conservation efforts and engage in behaviors that benefit the environment. — The Conversation, Fortune, 27 July 2026

In 2003, he was made an OBE for his services to wildlife conservation. — Ellise Shafer, Variety, 27 July 2026

From Australia to Fiji, these dive destinations offer unforgettable shark encounters while supporting marine conservation. — Kathleen Wong, USA Today, 26 July 2026