Minimalist Design Vocabulary

adjective relating to or characterized by a strict adherence to a particular style or form, especially in language or art

• The architect designed the house with a puristic style, focusing on clean lines and minimalistic elements.
• I really like the puristic look of your new furniture, it's so simple and elegant.
• That puristic car design is so sleek, it's like something out of a sci-fi movie.
• Her puristic approach to cooking involves using only the freshest ingredients and letting the flavors speak for themselves.

noun something that is unnecessary or excessive

adjective exceeding what is necessary or required; unnecessary

• The additional information provided in the report was deemed superfluous and not necessary for decision-making.
• I think all those extra decorations on the cake are superfluous, but they do make it look nice.
• Why did you buy another pair of shoes? That's so superfluous!
• Her constant need for attention is like a superfluous layer of frosting on an already sweet cake.

adjective describing something that is plain or lacking decoration

• The architecture of the building was unornamented, showcasing a minimalist design.
• I prefer unornamented jewelry, just simple and elegant.
• Her outfit was totally unornamented, just plain and boring.
• His speech was unornamented, devoid of any unnecessary embellishments.