minimalist

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noun

min·​i·​mal·​ist ˈmi-nə-mə-list How to pronounce minimalist (audio)
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: 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

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Noun
But, for a minimalist, display-worthy option, this one’s a great choice. Jamie Fischer, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 July 2025 For a minimalist, chic hideaway, stay at Le Cameleon Boutique Hotel, with its 23 remarkably white rooms. AFAR Media, 11 July 2025
Adjective
The actress opted for a minimalist approach with her jewelry, save for a silver chain-link bracelet. Julia Teti, Footwear News, 1 July 2025 With minimalist manis on the rise, from Selena Gomez’s glass nails to Heidi Klum’s coconut-milk nails, getting a simple single shade is what’s hot right now. Catharine Malzahn, Glamour, 1 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for minimalist

Word History

First Known Use

Noun

1906, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Adjective

1929, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of minimalist was in 1906

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“Minimalist.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/minimalist. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.

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