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
The result of all this is a clean but minimalist interior.
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Matthew Buzzi, PC Magazine, 19 May 2025
Still, amid the minimalist offerings of neighborhood competitors such as Alain Ducasse, the Trogneux fare stands out: giant, bug-eyed bunny rabbits for Easter; a hazelnut spread called Trognella.
—Lauren Collins, New Yorker, 19 May 2025
This minimalist design strategy maximizes important features while eliminating superfluous mass.
—Jason Phillips, USA Today, 17 May 2025
That clarity and approachability also shows up in the product design: minimalist packaging, straightforward names, and an accessible price point that ranges from $12 to $38.
—Karin Eldor, Forbes.com, 16 May 2025
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Matthew Buzzi, PC Magazine, 19 May 2025
Still, amid the minimalist offerings of neighborhood competitors such as Alain Ducasse, the Trogneux fare stands out: giant, bug-eyed bunny rabbits for Easter; a hazelnut spread called Trognella.
—Lauren Collins, New Yorker, 19 May 2025
This minimalist design strategy maximizes important features while eliminating superfluous mass.
—Jason Phillips, USA Today, 17 May 2025
That clarity and approachability also shows up in the product design: minimalist packaging, straightforward names, and an accessible price point that ranges from $12 to $38.
—Karin Eldor, Forbes.com, 16 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for minimalist
Adjective
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White is easy, simple, and many times, the best choice for a clean slate.—
Rebecca Jones,
Southern Living,
5 June 2025
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Ahead of the most important game of the year, Luke Esquivel said the key to a strong performance will be simple.—
Charles Baggarly,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
5 June 2025
Adjective
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His tombstone was flat and modest; people had left bouquets and stones.—
Paige Williams,
New Yorker,
2 June 2025
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My social media agency started with modest goals that seemed sensible for a new entrepreneur.—
Jodie Cook,
Forbes.com,
2 June 2025
Adjective
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Knapp, who previously has written about quilting and crafts, has a simple, seemingly unadorned style but insights like those pop up frequently.—
Chris Hewitt,
Boston Herald,
23 May 2025
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Pope Francis’ marble tomb reflects his simple style and fulfills his desire for an unadorned final resting place.—
Adeel Hassan,
New York Times,
4 May 2025
Adjective
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Nawrocki, a conservative historian and amateur boxer who was backed by PiS, had presented the vote as a referendum on Tusk's 18-month-old government.—
Anna Magdalena Lubowicka,
USA Today,
3 June 2025
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The attacks from Trump and his allies on Leo and the Federalist Society reflect rifts between the populist Right and the conservative legal establishment.—
Kaelan Deese,
The Washington Examiner,
3 June 2025
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“Minimalist.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/minimalist. Accessed 10 Jun. 2025.
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