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
None of those deals panned out, despite the brands being more aligned with Prada's minimalist design aesthetic than is Versace.
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Lucinda Shen, Axios, 9 Apr. 2025
As guest designer of the Karl Lagerfeld Maison Collection, unveiled during Milan Design Week here, Nguyen designed sculptural and somewhat minimalist pieces subtly integrating the letter in coffee tables, shelves, consoles, sideboards and mirrors.
—Martino Carrera, Footwear News, 8 Apr. 2025
Sander, the legendary visionary of purist, minimalist fashion who disappeared from fashion and into the warm embrace of an anonymous life some years ago, leaving us her Uniqlo +J work as a parting gift, has agreed to discuss her collaboration with the furniture maker Thonet.
—Mark Holgate, Vogue, 8 Apr. 2025
Natural elements like stone and wood are meticulously combined with modern minimalist aesthetics, creating luxurious spaces that feel intimately connected to their surroundings.
—Ashlee Marie Preston, Forbes.com, 8 Apr. 2025
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Lucinda Shen, Axios, 9 Apr. 2025
As guest designer of the Karl Lagerfeld Maison Collection, unveiled during Milan Design Week here, Nguyen designed sculptural and somewhat minimalist pieces subtly integrating the letter in coffee tables, shelves, consoles, sideboards and mirrors.
—Martino Carrera, Footwear News, 8 Apr. 2025
Sander, the legendary visionary of purist, minimalist fashion who disappeared from fashion and into the warm embrace of an anonymous life some years ago, leaving us her Uniqlo +J work as a parting gift, has agreed to discuss her collaboration with the furniture maker Thonet.
—Mark Holgate, Vogue, 8 Apr. 2025
Natural elements like stone and wood are meticulously combined with modern minimalist aesthetics, creating luxurious spaces that feel intimately connected to their surroundings.
—Ashlee Marie Preston, Forbes.com, 8 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for minimalist
Adjective
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Will people be more open and accept that a simple, inexpensive date isn’t the sign of low effort but rather a reflection of the economy none of us asked for?—
Myisha Battle,
Time,
18 Apr. 2025
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Its second life on streaming has guided new viewers to the simple charms of one of the best mystery shows of all time.—
Brian Tallerico,
Vulture,
18 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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That adds up to more than a modest, marginal performance boost.—
John Kannapell,
Forbes.com,
14 Apr. 2025
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While there may be some modest concerns about his defensive impacts, Pionk is logging more than 22 minutes per night on the NHL’s best regular-season team.—
Chris Johnston,
New York Times,
14 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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In these factual sections, Tuck’s voice is sober and unadorned, befitting the overwhelming horror of the subject matter.—
Robert Rubsam,
The Atlantic,
13 Jan. 2025
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Accommodations were generally simple: a twin bed, unadorned walls, a place to put my clothes, maybe a sink.—
Kate Siber,
Outside Online,
11 Mar. 2025
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The former president returned to his private home on Friday from the official residence, with crowds of conservative supporters turning out to greet his motorcade.—
Joyce Lee,
USA Today,
14 Apr. 2025
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His goal was to gain ground for conservative principles every day, with persuasion as his primary weapon, not shouting and histrionics.—
Doug Ducey,
National Review,
14 Apr. 2025
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“Minimalist.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/minimalist. Accessed 22 Apr. 2025.
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