noun

minimalist

MIHN-ih-muhl-ihst

noun

Someone who favors simplicity, using only what is essential.

"As a minimalist, she owns barely any furniture."

adj

Marked by simplicity and the deliberate avoidance of excess.

"The apartment has a minimalist look, with clean white walls and little clutter."

How to Use Minimalist

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishSomeone (or something) favoring extreme simplicity and only the essentials.

Common pairings

minimalist design minimalist lifestyle strict minimalist

more minimalist comparative, minimalists plural, most minimalist superlative

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Formed from "minimal" plus "-ist," on the pattern of words describing an adherent of a style or philosophy.

maximalist

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maximalist