Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

reservationist

noun

/ˌrɛzərˈveɪʃənɪst/

Definition

A person who believes in or advocates for the reservation of certain rights or privileges.

Examples

The senator is a well-known reservationist, often voicing concerns about international treaties.
As a reservationist, she argued that certain regulations should remain in place to protect local interests.

Meaning

Typically used in a political context, a reservationist is someone who supports maintaining specific rights or conditions rather than fully accepting a proposal or agreement.