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traditionalist

/trəˈdɪʃ.ən.əl.ɪst/
tra · di · tion · al · ist
Plural:traditionalists
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Adjective:traditionalistic
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• noun

1

A person who adheres to and advocates the preservation of established customs, beliefs, and practices, often resisting modern changes or reforms.

Example

"As a culinary traditionalist, the chef refused to use modern molecular gastronomy techniques in his kitchen."

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• adjective

1

Relating to, characteristic of, or advocating adherence to established traditions, customs, and orthodox practices.

Example

"The school board faced opposition from traditionalist parents when proposing changes to the classical curriculum."

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• Rhymes for traditionalist

• Nearby Words

trading
tradition
traditional
traditionalist
traditionally
traffic
trafficker

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in English around the mid-19th century by combining the adjective 'traditional' (ultimately from Latin traditio, meaning 'a handing down' or 'delivery') with the agentive suffix '-ist'.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Traditionalist. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/traditionalist
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