as in liberal
a person with very modern ideas
a time when Paris was the center of the universe for modernists in the art world
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for modernist
Noun
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The Vatican's secretary of state, Parolin is seen as a diplomatic liberal who played a key role in Francis' Vatican.—
Ross Rosenfeld,
MSNBC Newsweek,
23 Apr. 2025 -
The Hill’s Alexander Bolton reports Republican sources think that Justice Amy Coney Barrett and Chief Justice John Roberts could join liberals on the high court in curtailing Trump.—
Alexis Simendinger,
The Hill,
16 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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The ability to influence others and follow through on commitments becomes more essential in the modern world.—
William Jones,
USA Today,
3 May 2025
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The asymmetrical flap and the dark and light brown color blocking add a modern touch to the classic front-button silhouette.—
Anna Popp,
Travel + Leisure,
2 May 2025
Noun
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In celebration of this historic ride, M.S. Rau in New Orleans is offering three silver pieces handcrafted by the American revolutionary, including a coffee pot for $1,285,000.—
Richard Johnson,
New York Daily News,
13 Apr. 2025
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The film finds DiCaprio playing a hard-living revolutionary who is trying to rescue his kidnapped daughter.—
Brent Lang,
Variety,
2 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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The immaculate print appeared to this layman’s eye to look about as sharp as contemporary digital Imax, but with the celluloid origins and print adding additional richness.—
Chris Willman,
Variety,
30 Apr. 2025
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Our use of contemporary comparison zoological material is really what gives us the confidence.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
30 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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The restaurant’s ultramodern decor and relaxed ambiance create an ideal atmosphere for casual gatherings and special celebrations.—
Taryn White,
Forbes,
3 Mar. 2025
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This ultramodern property just 15 minutes away from Woodstock is one of our favorite treehouse Airbnbs, offering a luxe off-the-grid experience for seasoned (or beginner) glampers.—
Rachel Fletcher,
Architectural Digest,
23 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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However, many present-day critics classify her adventures and recordings as cultural appropriation.—
Emily Zarevich,
JSTOR Daily,
26 Apr. 2025
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The resource under strain Our creative ecosystem is already showing measurable strain from AI's impact, from tangible present-day infrastructure burdens to concerning future possibilities.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
25 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Its forecast for sales of $159 billion to $164 billion during the current quarter (April-June) also surpassed analysts' estimates – a sign that Amazon is confident in its ability to navigate the shifting tariff situation.—
Mike Snider,
USA Today,
2 May 2025
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Bojorquez has been good and is entering the final year of his current deal.—
Zac Jackson,
New York Times,
1 May 2025
Adjective
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As Calamos aptly suggests, life’s perennial race to get ahead—and stay ahead—won’t be won by ever more sophisticated algorithms or newfangled technology.—
Michael Ashley,
Forbes.com,
22 Apr. 2025
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Servers today, many of whom have worked here for more than a decade, still take orders using order pads in lieu of newfangled POS terminals.—
Brock Keeling,
Oc Register,
15 Apr. 2025
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“Modernist.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/modernist. Accessed 5 May. 2025.
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