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FORMALIST

(noun, adj.)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Formalist.

Formalist - as a noun

An overly formal person, especially one who adheres to current forms; a stickler

An advocate of formalism

Formalist - as an adjective

Of or pertaining to formalism; formalistic

Example Sentences

"The painter was known for his meticulous attention to detail and his reputation as a formalist."
"The literary critic was considered a strict formalist, analyzing works based solely on their structure and form."
"The formalist believed that art should adhere to specific rules and conventions."
"In his essay, the formalist argued that the meaning of a poem lies solely in its form."
"The professor's formalist approach to teaching emphasized the importance of grammatical rules in language learning."
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Word Game Points

Is FORMALIST a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, formalist is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

FORMALIST has a SCRABBLE points total of 14.

Is FORMALIST a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, formalist is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
FORMALIST has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 16.

Is FORMALIST a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, formalist is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
FORMALIST has a WORDFEUD points total of 14.

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