Grotesquest: meaning, definitions and examples
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grotesquest
[ ษกrษสหtษsk ]
artistic style
The term 'grotesque' describes something that is odd, unnatural, or bizarre in appearance, often provoking both laughter and disgust. In art, grotesque refers to a style characterized by fantastical, exaggerated features that may distort the human form or exaggerate its attributes. It can reflect themes of horror, absurdity, or the uncanny, engaging the viewerโs imagination and emotions. This term is often used in literature, theater, and visual arts to evoke a strong reaction.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- The grotesque creatures in the horror film added to its eerie atmosphere.
- Her grotesque sculptures challenge traditional notions of beauty.
- The play featured a grotesque character that satirized societal norms.
Translations
Translations of the word "grotesquest" in other languages:
๐ต๐น grotesco
๐ฎ๐ณ เคตเคฟเคเฅเคค
๐ฉ๐ช grotesk
๐ฎ๐ฉ grotesque
๐บ๐ฆ ะณัะพะทะฝะธะน
๐ต๐ฑ grotesk
๐ฏ๐ต ใฐใญใในใฏ
๐ซ๐ท grotesque
๐ช๐ธ grotesco
๐น๐ท grotesk
๐ฐ๐ท ๊ทธ๋กํ ์คํฌ
๐ธ๐ฆ ุบุฑูุจ
๐จ๐ฟ grotesknรญ
๐ธ๐ฐ grotesknรฝ
๐จ๐ณ ่่ฏ
๐ธ๐ฎ groteskno
๐ฎ๐ธ grรณteskur
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะณัะพะทะฝัะน
๐ฌ๐ช แแ แแขแแกแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ grotesk
๐ฒ๐ฝ grotesco
Etymology
The word 'grotesque' has its origins in the Italian term 'grottesca,' which refers to a style of decorative art found in ancient Roman ruins, particularly the representations of fantastical creatures and imaginary scenes. This style became prominent during the Renaissance when artists and architects began to rediscover classical antiquity. The term itself comes from 'grotta,' meaning 'cave,' indicating that these artworks were often discovered in grottoes. Over time, 'grotesque' has evolved to describe not just art forms but also characteristics and situations in literature, theater, and everyday life that evoke something outlandish or monstrous. It became associated with a sense of distorted reality that can challenge perceptions of normality, beauty, and even morality.