Word
traditionalist
Phoneticstra·di·tion·al·ist, stress on the second syllable
US/tɹəˈdɪʃənəɫɪst/
UK/tɹɐdˈɪʃənəlˌɪst/
Countable noun
Definition
n. a person who prefers the old ways of doing things and is not interested in new or modern ideas. You use this to describe someone who values history and tradition.
n. a person who adheres to established customs, beliefs, or practices rather than embracing modern or progressive changes. Often used in political or cultural contexts to describe those who resist innovation.
Examples
“The traditionalist prefers wearing suits to casual clothes.”
“As a traditionalist, he argued that the new digital curriculum would undermine the core values of the school.”
“While the younger generation embraced the city's rapid gentrification, the local traditionalist groups fought to preserve the historic architecture of the neighborhood.”
Examples
simple
“The traditionalist prefers wearing suits to casual clothes.”
contextual
“As a traditionalist, he argued that the new digital curriculum would undermine the core values of the school.”
complex
“While the younger generation embraced the city's rapid gentrification, the local traditionalist groups fought to preserve the historic architecture of the neighborhood.”
Real-World Examples
“Classic shoyu ramen for the traditionalists and a spicy miso ramen for those who like a kick.” “Now, these SUVs are trolling traditionalists in a whole new way: They’ve gone electric, with a Cayenne Electric joining a smaller plug-in Macan .” - Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B2 FirstIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.5.5–6.5TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 4.0–4.572–94TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.785–944
- Frequency
- Occasional
- Level
- B2 · Upper Intermediate
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