formalistic
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/ˌfɔːrˈmælɪstɪk/
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/ˌfɔːˈmælɪstɪk/
emphasis on form
Etymology
Etymology Information
'formalistic' originates from the word 'formalism,' which is derived from the Latin word 'formalis,' meaning 'pertaining to form.'
Historical Evolution
'formalism' evolved from the Latin 'formalis' and eventually became the modern English word 'formalistic.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'pertaining to form,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'emphasizing form over content.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
relating to or characterized by an emphasis on form over content or meaning.
The artist's work was criticized for being too formalistic.
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