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minimalist

UK/'mɪnɪm(ə)lɪst/US/'minimәlist/
TOEFLC2

Definitions

n.

A person who favors extreme simplicity in art, design, or lifestyle.

极简主义者。

adj.

Characterized by extreme simplicity and spareness.

极简主义的,极简风格的。

Root Breakdown

Root-derived
minimaldig, mine, extract; (second branch) jut out, project
+
-istone who practices, believer in
=minimalist

minimal + -ist (one who) = 'someone who keeps things minimal.' Used for the art movement and, more loosely, for a pared-down lifestyle or design.

Common Collocations

  • 1.minimalist design极简主义设计
  • 2.minimalist lifestyle极简生活方式
  • 3.minimalist art极简主义艺术

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    As a minimalist, she owns only a few carefully chosen things.

  • 2.

    The app has a clean, minimalist interface.

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