Minimalist Vocabulary

6 words in this vocabulary list

merely plainness simplicity trifle unadorned unembellished

merely

adverb used to emphasize that something is small, slight, or insignificant

  • The report was not merely a summary of the findings, but a comprehensive analysis of the data.
  • I'm not merely tired, I'm exhausted!
  • She's not merely a good singer, she's a total rockstar!
  • His words were not merely a whisper, but a powerful declaration of love.

plainness

noun the quality or state of being plain or simple

  • The artist's work was praised for its simplicity and plainness.
  • I prefer the plainness of this design over the more elaborate one.
  • I dig the plainness of his style, it's so chill.
  • Behind her plainness, there was a hidden beauty waiting to be discovered.

simplicity

noun the quality or condition of being simple, uncomplicated, or easy to understand

adjective simple or uncomplicated in nature

  • The design of the new software prioritizes simplicity to enhance user experience.
  • I love the simplicity of this recipe - it's so easy to follow!
  • Keep it simple, just embrace the simplicity of life.
  • In a world full of chaos, simplicity is like a breath of fresh air.

trifle

noun a thing of little value or importance

verb to treat someone or something without seriousness or respect

  • The chef prepared a delicate trifle for dessert.
  • I just whipped up a quick trifle for the potluck.
  • Let's not make a trifle out of this situation.
  • His apology seemed like a trifle after what he had done.

unadorned

adjective not decorated or embellished; plain or simple in appearance

  • The room was decorated in a simple and unadorned style.
  • I prefer my furniture to be unadorned, less is more.
  • I like my clothes unadorned, no frills or embellishments.
  • His speech was unadorned with fancy language, straight to the point.

unembellished

adjective not adorned or embellished; plain or simple

  • The architect presented an unembellished design proposal to the city council.
  • She preferred the unembellished version of the story without any added details.
  • I like my coffee unembellished, just black with no sugar or cream.
  • His unembellished words cut straight to the heart of the matter.