aestheticism
|aes-the-ti-cism|
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/ɛsˈθɛtɪsɪzəm/
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/iːsˈθɛtɪsɪzəm/
emphasis on beauty
Etymology
'aestheticism' originates from the Greek word 'aisthētikos,' meaning 'pertaining to sense perception.'
'aisthētikos' transformed into the French word 'esthétique,' and eventually became the modern English word 'aestheticism' through Middle English.
Initially, it meant 'pertaining to sense perception,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'emphasizing beauty in art and culture.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a movement that emphasizes the aesthetic value of art, literature, and other cultural expressions, often prioritizing beauty over practical or moral considerations.
The aestheticism movement in the late 19th century focused on art for art's sake.
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Last updated: 2025/05/21 08:36