Pastiche: meaning, definitions and examples
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pastiche
[ pรฆsหtiหส ]
artistic piece
A pastiche is an artistic work that imitates the style of one or more other artists. It often celebrates the original work or style rather than mocking it. Pastiche can be found in various forms, including literature, music, and visual arts.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- The novel is a pastiche of various literary traditions.
- The film was praised for its pastiche of 80s action movies.
- Her painting is a pastiche of Van Goghโs techniques.
Translations
Translations of the word "pastiche" in other languages:
๐ต๐น pastiche
๐ฎ๐ณ เคชเฅเคธเฅเคเคฟเคถ
๐ฉ๐ช Pastiche
๐ฎ๐ฉ pastiche
๐บ๐ฆ ะฟะฐัััั
๐ต๐ฑ pastisz
๐ฏ๐ต ใในใใฃใผใทใฅ
๐ซ๐ท pastiche
๐ช๐ธ pastiche
๐น๐ท pastiล
๐ฐ๐ท ํ์คํฐ์
๐ธ๐ฆ ุจุงุณุชูุด
๐จ๐ฟ pastiche
๐ธ๐ฐ pastiche
๐จ๐ณ ๆจกไปฟไฝๅ
๐ธ๐ฎ pastiche
๐ฎ๐ธ pastiche
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะฟะฐััะธั
๐ฌ๐ช แแแกแขแแจแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ pastiche
๐ฒ๐ฝ pastiche
Word origin
The term 'pastiche' originates from the French word 'pastiche,' which means pastry or pie. This is derived from the Italian word 'pasticcio,' meaning a mixture or medley. The metaphorical application of pastiche to art emerged in the late 19th century, where it was used to describe works that combine various sources or styles. Over time, pastiche has been embraced as a valid form of artistic expression, allowing creators to pay homage to the styles and techniques of others while showcasing their unique perspectives. The evolution of pastiche has also led to its use in criticism, where it can denote a lack of originality or depth, particularly in contemporary works.
Word Frequency Rank
At rank #28,801, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.
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- 28800 cudgel
- 28801 pastiche
- 28802 cochineal
- 28803 explicated
- 28804 extortionate
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