zoʊlɪˈstɪk

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or characteristic of Émile Zola, the French novelist, or his naturalist literary movement

“The zolaistic portrayal of life in the novel exposed the harsh realities of the working class.”

2. noun

a supporter or adherent of the naturalist literary movement, especially of Émile Zola

“The zolaistic writer’s work was heavily influenced by the social and economic conditions of the time.”