Iconoclastic: meaning, definitions and examples
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iconoclastic
[ ˌʌɪkəˈnɒklæstɪk ]
behavior
Characterized by attack on cherished beliefs or institutions.
Synonyms
heretical, radical, rebellious, unconventional
Examples of usage
- His iconoclastic attitude towards traditional values often created controversy.
- The artist's iconoclastic work challenged societal norms and conventions.
art
Relating to or characterized by iconoclasm, i.e., the action of attacking or assertively rejecting cherished beliefs and institutions or established values and practices.
Synonyms
avant-garde, innovative, revolutionary, unorthodox
Examples of usage
- The exhibition showcased the artist's iconoclastic approach to traditional art forms.
- Her iconoclastic paintings provoked discussions about the role of art in society.
Translations
Translations of the word "iconoclastic" in other languages:
🇵🇹 iconoclasta
🇮🇳 प्रतिमा-विरोधी
🇩🇪 ikonoklastisch
🇮🇩 ikonoklastik
🇺🇦 іконоборчий
🇵🇱 ikonoklastyczny
🇯🇵 偶像破壊的 (ぐうぞうはかいてき)
🇫🇷 iconoclaste
🇪🇸 iconoclasta
🇹🇷 ikonoklastik
🇰🇷 우상 파괴적인
🇸🇦 محطم الأيقونات
🇨🇿 ikonoklastický
🇸🇰 ikonoklastický
🇨🇳 破坏偶像的 (pòhuài ǒuxiàng de)
🇸🇮 ikonoklastičen
🇮🇸 myndbrjótandi
🇰🇿 иконокластикалық
🇬🇪 იკონოკლასტიკური (ikonok'last'ik'uri)
🇦🇿 ikonoklastik
🇲🇽 iconoclasta
Word origin
The term 'iconoclastic' originated from the Greek word 'eikonoklastes', which means 'image breaker'. It first appeared in English in the 17th century during the religious conflicts over the use of religious images. Over time, the term has evolved to describe someone who challenges traditional beliefs or institutions in various fields, including art, politics, and society.