Purist

Pronunciation: /ˈpjʊrɪst/

Purist (noun)

  1. A person who strongly believes only correct forms should be used, especially in language.
  2. A person who wants to keep something exactly as it was, and dislikes changes or new styles.
  3. A person who insists on a strict, original method and rejects variations in a field or activity.

Examples

  • The purist avoids slang to keep language cleanliness.
  • Her purist attitude focuses on language cleanliness in writing.