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minimalistic

British  
/ ˌmɪnɪməˈlɪstɪk /

adjective

  1. (of an artistic style) using simple elements with little embellishment

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

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The lounging rooms blend into the chef’s kitchen, which boasts with an oversized marble-topped island and minimalistic wooden cabinetry.

From MarketWatch Jun. 9, 2026

Quiet luxury, or stealth wealth, rose in popularity in the 2020s, but has long been the hallmark of Viking’s sleek, minimalistic ships, shaping everything from amenities to excursions.

From Barron's Apr. 15, 2026

The chain’s classic gold and brown logo now features the chain’s name in a more minimalistic font.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 22, 2025

"This is a meeting that should have been conducted in a much more restrained way – minimalistic, without this level of respect."

From BBC Aug. 16, 2025

Such cafes are either riddled with minimalistic decor or filled with a superfluous amount of plants and wacky artwork.

From Salon Dec. 9, 2023

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