minimalist

Everyday

1. (adjective) Very simple, using as few things, shapes or decorations as possible: «a minimalist bedroom». tree →
2. (noun) An artist, designer or composer who works in the style of minimalism. tree →
3. (noun) A person who chooses to live with very few possessions. tree →

In the lessons

In art and design lessons, a minimalist drawing or logo uses only what is needed. In everyday life, a minimalist home has few things; a minimalist packer brings a tiny bag. Phrases: «minimalist design», «a minimalist style», «minimalist living».

Examples

• Her bedroom is minimalist: a bed, a desk and a plant. tree →
• The logo is minimalist, just a simple circle. tree →
• A minimalist artist might paint one line on a canvas. tree →
• My uncle is a minimalist and owns only 100 things. tree →
• The minimalist poster had three words and lots of white space. tree →
• We designed minimalist book covers in art. tree →
• The music was minimalist, repeating the same few notes. tree →
• Minimalist packing means only taking what you need. tree →

Note

Countable as a noun: one minimalist, two minimalists. Related: minimalism, minimal. Not a maths word.