purist
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Noun — Someone who insists on strict adherence to traditional rules, standards, or forms.
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Etymology
Borrowed from French puriste, formed from pur(e) ("pure") plus the suffix -ist.
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What does “purist” mean?
The word “purist” means someone who insists on strict adherence to traditional rules, standards, or forms. In plain terms, a stickler for doing things the "correct" or traditional way, without shortcuts or compromises.
How do you pronounce “purist”?
“Purist” is pronounced PYOOR-rihst (/ˈpjʊɹ.ɪst/ in IPA).
How do you use “purist” in a sentence?
Here is “purist” used in a sentence: “Grammar purists insist on never splitting an infinitive.”
What part of speech is “purist”?
“Purist” is a noun.
Where does the word “purist” come from?
The word “purist” comes from French. Borrowed from French puriste, formed from pur(e) ("pure") plus the suffix -ist.