minimalist

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noun

min·​i·​mal·​ist ˈmi-nə-mə-list 

1

: one who favors restricting the functions and powers of a political organization or the achievement of a set of goals to a minimum

2

a

: an artist who creates minimal art

b

: an adherent of minimalism

minimalist

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adjective

: of, relating to, or done in the style of minimalism

Examples of minimalist in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Noun

Because its color is relatively subdued, tortoiseshell is appealing to many different design styles and has made its way into the homes of maximalists, minimalists, and animal print lovers alike. —Claire Hoppe Norgaard, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 Oct. 2024

The eerie scares of It Follows greatly benefit from a minimalist, slow-burn approach. —Travis Bean, Forbes, 12 Oct. 2024

Adjective

The streamlined features start with a minimalist panel-loading design that keeps everything accessible and organized (unlike your home after the holidays). —Outside Online, 11 Nov. 2024

The second clue came hours before the party from Patek Philippe president Thierry Stern himself, during a 30-minute press roundtable in the sunny, minimalist offices of Patek Philippe’s German subsidiary in Munich’s Old Town. —Victoria Gomelsky, Robb Report, 4 Nov. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

Noun

1906, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Adjective

1929, in the meaning defined above