Meaning & use
Minimalism
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A style or design philosophy that emphasizes simplicity, using the fewest elements necessary to achieve its effect.
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The apartment's minimalism was striking, with bare white walls and only a few pieces of furniture.
Minimalism in music strips compositions down to simple, repeating patterns.
A note on using this word
Emerged as an art movement in the 1960s and has since influenced design, architecture, music, and lifestyle trends.
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