Synonyms for

Tories

Verb / ˈtɔ:ˌri:z / Another word for tories — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Tories are members of a British political party, or people who support the party's ideas and policies.

Synonyms & similar words

tory Conservative right-winger reactionary traditionalist capitalist aristocrat nobility elitist establishment privileged wealthy prosperous affluent well-to-do moneyed opulent comfortable rich

Synonyms by register

Formal

conservatives reactionaries loyalists

Informal

right-wingers establishment old guard

Literary

royalists monarchists

Antonyms

liberals progressives radicals reformers revolutionaries whigs

Common collocations

  • Tory party
  • staunch Tory
  • old Tory
  • modern Tory
  • Tory government
  • Tory leader
  • Tory MP

Word family

noun Toryism
adjective Tory

Usage note

Historically, 'Tory' referred to a member of the Tory party in Britain, often associated with conservative principles. It can sometimes carry a negative connotation depending on the context and speaker's political stance.

Example sentences

  1. The Tories won the election and formed a new government.
  2. My parents are Tories and always vote for the Conservative party.
  3. The Tories believe in reducing taxes and government spending.
  4. The Tories are known for their support of traditional values.
  5. The Tories have been in power for the last ten years.

Quotes

  • A Tory is a fellow who is always punctual and leaves his umbrella on the train. - Benjamin Disraeli
  • The Tory party is like a football team. There are many people who support it, but they all hate each other. - Tony Benn
  • The Tory party is like a roast dinner. It's always the same ingredients, just cooked a little differently each time. - Michael Foot

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