MINIMALISM Synonyms: 31 Similar and Opposite Words

minimalism

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Definition of minimalism

as in moderation

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Recent Examples of minimalism Love planet Venus will also slip into meticulous Virgo on July 9, adding an air of minimalism and practicality to relationship dynamics, money matters and our personal values. — Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 1 July 2026 Despite the minimalism and lack of physical controls, the EX30 interior isn’t a bad place to be—Volvo’s interior designers tend to understand the assignment well, and the textures and materials are pleasant to the touch. — Jonathan M. Gitlin, ArsTechnica, 1 July 2026 Some artists have eras, experimental phases, detours, creative dalliances; Arthur Russell’s career, for all its seeming contradictions—classical minimalism and lascivious disco, Zen Buddhist mantras and winsome country pop—was a continuum. — Philip Sherburne, Pitchfork, 27 June 2026 What Simplification Actually Means Simplification is not minimalism. — Anatoly Iofe, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for minimalism

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Inflation is rising in the aftermath of the Iran war, having already gotten a boost from tariffs enacted last year, even as wage growth continues a longer-term moderation.

— Dan Mangan,Luke Fountain,Kevin Breuninger,Garrett Downs,Ashley Capoot,Justin Papp, CNBC, 2 July 2026
Much has changed since the first biopic's release, with parent company Meta issuing controversial updates to its content moderation protocols and community standards across Facebook and Instagram.

— Jack Smart, PEOPLE, 30 June 2026

Definition of moderation

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Mixing knits with leather creates texture and contrast in the outfit, while the height and simplicity of these solid-color boots helps ground the overall look.

— Abby Morgan Lebet, Glamour, 6 July 2026
Professionals must actively map where their risk truly lies, assessing counterparty exposure, income correlation, and cost repricing, rather than mistaking simplicity for safety.

— Henrik Totterman, Forbes.com, 5 July 2026

Definition of simplicity

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Nearly half a century later, the Santa Monica, California, firm is still at it, producing unpretentious contemporary homes that place a premium on community, sustainability and modesty.

— Fred Albert, Forbes.com, 4 July 2026
Although bikini-esque garments stretch back to Roman times, the 20th century began with a period of great modesty and puritanism.

— Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 30 June 2026

Definition of modesty

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Their French 75, which is made with cognac, lemon and muscadet, is a perfect example thanks to a beautiful balance of elegance and ingenuity.

— Blair Crosby, AJC.com, 5 July 2026
Below a chair rail in this hall and stairway are raised panel inserts, while an elaborate crown molding adds beauty and elegance.

— James Alexander, Hartford Courant, 5 July 2026

Definition of elegance

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Under an existing state appropriations restraint, also known as the Gann Limit, lawmakers cannot spend more than an amount determined by a formula that takes annual tax proceeds, changes to the population and cost of living into consideration.

— Iris Kwok, Los Angeles Times, 6 July 2026
For 70 minutes, Paraguay had played with corseted restraint, frustrating France with organisation, concentration and no little gamesmanship.

— Adam Crafton, New York Times, 5 July 2026

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