primitivist

/ˈprɪmɪtɪvɪst/
adjective
  1. Relating to or characteristic of primitivism or its supporters.
    • The exhibition focused on primitivist art from the early 1900s.
    • The primitivist style of the sculpture reminded me of ancient carvings.
    • Her primitivist philosophy influenced her decision to live off the grid.
noun
  1. An artist, writer, or thinker who uses or supports primitivism.
    • The gallery featured works by several well-known primitivists.
    • As a primitivist, she preferred bold, simple patterns in her paintings.
    • The writer was considered a primitivist because of his focus on rural life and ancient myths.
  2. A person who believes that a simple, natural lifestyle is better than modern civilization.
    • Many primitivists argue that returning to nature can solve environmental problems.
    • The primitivist community grew their own food and built their homes by hand.
    • He called himself a primitivist and refused to use any electronic devices.
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