abstractionism
|ab-strac-tion-ism|
/æbˈstrækʃənˌɪzəm/
artistic abstraction
Etymology
'abstractionism' originates from the word 'abstraction,' which comes from the Latin word 'abstractio,' meaning 'a drawing away.'
'abstractio' transformed into the French word 'abstraction,' and eventually became the modern English word 'abstractionism' through Middle English.
Initially, it meant 'a drawing away or removal,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a movement in art focusing on abstract elements.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a movement in art that emphasizes abstract elements rather than representational forms.
Abstractionism became popular in the early 20th century as artists sought to break away from traditional forms.
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