How to Pronounce "purist"
word
ˈpjʊɹɪst
PYUR-ist
pjˈɔːɹɪst
pyaw-RIST
Definition
A purist is someone who insists on following traditional rules or maintaining pure standards, especially in language, art, or culture.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpjʊɹɪst
British English
pjˈɔːɹɪst
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PYUR-ist
UK
pyaw-RIST
Listen in Context
He is a purist when it comes to grammar.
The museum hired a purist to restore the old paintings.
As a purist, she prefers books over e-books.
Don't ask a purist about pizza toppings—he'll say only cheese and tomato are acceptable.