as in simple
of, relating to, or following a style (as in art or design) that is characterized by simplicity and uses a small number of colors, parts, materials, etc.
They took a minimalist approach to designing their apartment.
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Recent Examples of minimalist
True to her own, minimalist style, regularly inspired by the ’90s, these sneakers are the best complement to an effortless pair of low slung, baggy jeans—a silhouette the denim market can’t get enough of.
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Kristina Rutkowski, Vogue, 28 Feb. 2025
Most notable for its minimalist accessories made to complement the modern-day capsule wardrobe, Heaven Mayhem’s earrings in particular have been spotted on Hadid multiple times.
—Stacia Datskovska, WWD, 27 Feb. 2025
Tiny houses are more popular than ever, with people of all age ranges hopping on the train of downsizing, adopting a minimalist lifestyle, and ditching their traditional homes for ones with much less square footage.
—Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 27 Feb. 2025
The photos, like the underwear, keep to a minimalist aesthetic and allow the garments to speak for themselves.
—Rachel Raposas, People.com, 25 Feb. 2025
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Kristina Rutkowski, Vogue, 28 Feb. 2025
Most notable for its minimalist accessories made to complement the modern-day capsule wardrobe, Heaven Mayhem’s earrings in particular have been spotted on Hadid multiple times.
—Stacia Datskovska, WWD, 27 Feb. 2025
Tiny houses are more popular than ever, with people of all age ranges hopping on the train of downsizing, adopting a minimalist lifestyle, and ditching their traditional homes for ones with much less square footage.
—Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 27 Feb. 2025
The photos, like the underwear, keep to a minimalist aesthetic and allow the garments to speak for themselves.
—Rachel Raposas, People.com, 25 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for minimalist
Adjective
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This fund is the simplest way to play the inevitable rise in lithium prices.—
Brett Owens,
Forbes,
1 Mar. 2025
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But with a change as simple as adding a bistro table and chairs, these cozy nooks become inviting oases to use regularly.—
Miles Walls,
Better Homes & Gardens,
1 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Gloria, her shy and soft-spoken best friend, lives with her Ghanaian father in a modest apartment, rarely speaking to a mother who moved to Germany years ago.—
Christopher Vourlias,
Variety,
10 Mar. 2025
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The decline was sharper than predicted by a Reuters poll of analysts, reversing January’s modest 0.5% increase and marking the first contraction since January 2024.—
John Liu,
CNN,
10 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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His portfolio of work leans towards clean, unadorned lines peppered with Brutalist inspiration.—
Kissa Castaneda,
Forbes,
28 Feb. 2025
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At its core, the piece is rather simple: an unadorned gallery is left in darkness, and visitors are given small blue flashlights to navigate the space.—
Maximilíano Durón,
ARTnews.com,
19 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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His own systematic thinking and interest in the workings of worldly power led him to become a conservative Catholic.—
George Packer,
The Atlantic,
27 Feb. 2025
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Despite conservative elation, there already are signs that some of Trump’s moves could backfire.—
Zac Anderson,
USA TODAY,
27 Feb. 2025
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“Minimalist.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/minimalist. Accessed 13 Mar. 2025.
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