puristi
Puristi (plural of purista in Italian) is a term used to describe people who advocate strict adherence to traditional forms, rules, or ideals within a particular domain. The label is applied across contexts, including language, art, music, sports, and design, to characterize those who resist deviations from established norms or canonical versions.
In language, puristi or prescriptivists favor normative grammar, spelling, pronunciation, and vocabulary. They oppose slang, neologisms,
In arts and culture, puristi may insist on faithful reproduction of original works, historically informed performances
Critics argue that purism can be exclusionary and hinder innovation, describing it as elitist or dogmatic.
Historically the idea of purismo has appeared in various languages and movements as societies confronted modernization.