What does the cryptic crossword clue "Such reactionary opinions of noted oldie: why change? (4-2-3-4)" mean?

The definition is "Such reactionary opinions". The wordplay uses an anagram. anagram of NOTED (synonym="NOTED") + OLDIE (synonym="OLDIE") + WHY (synonym="WHY") = DYEDINTHEWOOL The answer is DYEDINTHEWOOL.

Such reactionary opinions of noted oldie: why change? (4-2-3-4)

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