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traditionalist
Derived word form of traditionalism

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I have always been a traditionalist and absolutely loved the FA Cup semi-final matches at places like Villa Park, Stamford Bridge, Highbury or Old Trafford.

From BBC • Apr. 24, 2026

There are various ways to distinguish the modernist writer from the traditionalist.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 14, 2025

As a stock-and-bond traditionalist who hasn’t yet used the firm’s services, I have questions.

From Barron's • Nov. 14, 2025

And since I’ve never been much of a traditionalist, I stirred in a few teaspoons of white miso.

From Salon • Nov. 12, 2025

Instead, they have kept their traditionalist beliefs, and their churches have even attracted new members from among the well-off.

From "Class Matters" by The New York Times