traditionalist
Translation
traditionalist
Examples
He is a traditionalist in his views.
He is a traditionalist in his views.
Grammar Patterns
to be a traditionalist He is a traditionalist in his views.
Similar Words
Synonyms: conservative, purist; Antonyms: modernist, progressive
Etymology
From 'traditional' plus the suffix '-ist', which denotes a person who does or believes something.
Memory Tips
An easy way to remember is a person ('-ist') who follows 'tradition'.