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Modernism: meaning, definitions and examples

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modernism

 

[ หˆmษ’dษ™nษชz(ษ™)m ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

art movement

Modernism is a cultural movement that emerged in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, primarily in Europe and North America. It is characterized by a break with traditional forms and the use of innovative techniques and materials.

Synonyms

avant-garde, innovation, progressiveness

Examples of usage

  • Modernism in art rejected the realistic depiction of subjects and instead focused on abstraction and experimentation.
  • Modernism in literature often featured stream-of-consciousness narratives and fragmented structures.
Context #2 | Noun

architecture

Modernism in architecture is characterized by a simplification of form, the absence of ornamentation, and an emphasis on function. It emerged in the early 20th century and remains influential to this day.

Synonyms

functionality, minimalism, sleekness

Examples of usage

  • The Bauhaus school in Germany was a key proponent of modernism in architecture.
  • Modernist buildings often feature clean lines and geometric shapes.

Translations

Translations of the word "modernism" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น modernismo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค†เคงเฅเคจเคฟเค•เคคเคพเคตเคพเคฆ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Modernismus

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ modernisme

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะผะพะดะตั€ะฝั–ะทะผ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ modernizm

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒขใƒ€ใƒ‹ใ‚บใƒ  (modanizumu)

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท modernisme

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ modernismo

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท modernizm

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ชจ๋”๋‹ˆ์ฆ˜ (modeonijeum)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุญุฏุงุซุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ modernismus

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ modernizmus

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็Žฐไปฃไธปไน‰ (xiร ndร i zhว”yรฌ)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ modernizem

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ mรณdernismi

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะผะพะดะตั€ะฝะธะทะผ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ›แƒแƒ“แƒ”แƒ แƒœแƒ˜แƒ–แƒ›แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ modernizm

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ modernismo

Etymology

The term 'modernism' originated in the late 19th century to describe the modernist movement in art, literature, and architecture. It was a response to the changing world and the desire to break away from traditional norms. Modernism sought to capture the essence of the modern age through innovative and forward-thinking approaches. The movement had a profound impact on various aspects of culture and continues to influence contemporary creative practices.

See also: modern, modernity, modernization, modernize, modernized, modernizer, postmodernist.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #15,628, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.