classicalist

/ˌklæsiˈkælɪst/

Definitions

1. noun

A person who prefers or advocates for traditional or classical style, especially in the arts, literature, or architecture.

“She was a self-proclaimed classicalist who opposed the modernist movement in design.”

2. adjective

Characterized by or adhering to a traditional or classical style.

“The classicalist architecture of the old mansion was a testament to its rich history.”

Synonyms

  • conservativist
  • traditionalist

Antonyms

  • modernist
  • progressivist