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Mannerism: meaning, definitions and examples

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mannerism

 

[ หˆmรฆnษ™หŒrษชzษ™m ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

artistic style

Mannerism refers to a style in art and architecture that emerged in the late Renaissance period, characterized by exaggerated elegance, distortion of proportions, and a sense of artificiality. It is often seen as a reaction against the harmony and balance of the High Renaissance. Mannerist artists sought to express their own unique vision and creativity through their work.

Synonyms

affectation, exaggeration, stylization.

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Word Description / Examples
mannerism

This word is used to describe a person's specific and habitual way of speaking or behaving that can be noticeable and characteristic only to them.

  • Her mannerism includes always touching her hair when she's nervous.
  • His mannerisms are easy to spot when he is lying.
affectation

This term often carries a negative connotation and describes behavior or speech that is unnatural or artificial, intended to impress others.

  • His accent felt like an affectation rather than genuine.
  • She spoke with an affectation that made her seem pretentious.
stylization

This word is used to describe a deliberate and often artistic way of presenting something, often by emphasizing certain aspects or patterns.

  • The film's stylization drew attention to its vibrant color palette.
  • His artwork is known for its unique stylization and abstract forms.
exaggeration

Used when describing a statement or portrayal that makes something seem larger, better, or worse than it actually is.

  • His story was full of exaggerations about his accomplishments.
  • She has a tendency to speak in exaggerations to make her point.

Examples of usage

  • His paintings show a clear influence of mannerism, with elongated figures and complex compositions.
  • The architecture of the building reflects the mannerism of the time, with its intricate decorations and unusual shapes.

Translations

Translations of the word "mannerism" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น maneirismo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคถเฅˆเคฒเฅ€เคตเคพเคฆ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Manierismus

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ manierisme

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะผะฐะฝัŒั”ั€ะธะทะผ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ manieryzm

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒžใƒ‹ใ‚จใƒชใ‚นใƒ 

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท maniรฉrisme

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ manierismo

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท maniyerizm

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋งค๋„ˆ๋ฆฌ์ฆ˜

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุชุตู†ุน

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ manรฝrismus

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ manierizmus

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็Ÿซ้ฅฐไธปไน‰

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ manierizem

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ manรญerismi

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะผะฐะฝัŒะตั€ะธะทะผ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ›แƒแƒœแƒ˜แƒ”แƒ แƒ˜แƒ–แƒ›แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ manierizm

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ manierismo

Etymology

The term 'mannerism' originated from the Italian word 'manierismo', which means 'style' or 'manner'. Mannerism developed in the 16th century as a reaction to the classical ideals of the Renaissance. Artists and architects of the time sought to break away from the strict rules of proportion and symmetry, instead emphasizing their own personal style and expression. Mannerism was a transitional period between the Renaissance and the Baroque, influencing the development of art and architecture for centuries to come.

See also: manners, unmannerly.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #29,045, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.