purist
noun/ˈpjʊrɪst/
Frequency rank: #18,875 most common English word
Meaning
a person who insists on strict adherence to traditional rules or correct usage in a subject
Example sentence
Some players prefer colorful house rules, but purist insists on following the original game exactly as written.
Synonyms & related words
- traditionalist
- stickler
- perfectionist
- formalist
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