STANDPAT Synonyms: 74 Similar and Opposite Words

standpat

adjective

ˈstan(d)-ˈpat

Definition of standpat

as in conservative

tending to favor established ideas, conditions, or institutions the standpat chefs were having none of this low-calorie stuff that the food police were pushing

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Afghanistan was still a conservative society shaped by years of conflict, and students knew that certain questions could be misunderstood, draw unwanted attention or upset teachers and classmates.

— Fatima Faizi, NPR, 14 Aug. 2026
The delay is considered the first controversy of the country’s new government, led by conservative President Abelardo de la Espriella, who took office on Friday.

— Gonzalo Zegarra, CNN Money, 13 Aug. 2026

Definition of conservative

Adjective

Despite a bear market, Schwab responded to client demand for consolidating crypto alongside traditional investments.

— Zennon Kapron, Forbes.com, 13 Aug. 2026
The secret mission was carried out without the knowledge of members of the press traveling with the president and even some White House officials who were still aboard the old traditional Air Force One.

— Isabella Murray, ABC News, 12 Aug. 2026

Definition of traditional

Adjective

More to Explore Mindful of the cultural importance of orthodox Islam, Singaporean practitioners respond to religious authorities’ objections in various ways.

— H.M.A. Leow, JSTOR Daily, 7 Aug. 2026
Nobody had the chance to play as an orthodox right-winger until Ruben Amorim’s exit in January.

— Cerys Jones, New York Times, 2 Aug. 2026

Definition of orthodox

Adjective

Because even influencers with relatively small followings have loyal audiences, brands also often pay them to talk about products.

— ABC News, ABC News, 14 Aug. 2026
While this is never guaranteed, some banks might do this as a courtesy for otherwise good or loyal customers; simply reach out and ask.

— Ryley Amond, CNBC, 14 Aug. 2026

Definition of loyal

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