impressionism
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/ɪmˈprɛʃənˌɪzəm/
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/ɪmˈprɛʃənɪzəm/
artistic movement
Etymology
Etymology Information
'impressionism' originates from the French word 'impressionnisme', which was derived from 'impression', meaning 'impression'.
Historical Evolution
'impressionnisme' was coined in the late 19th century to describe a new art movement and eventually became the modern English word 'impressionism'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred specifically to a style of painting, but over time it evolved to include music and other arts.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a 19th-century art movement characterized by small, thin brush strokes, open composition, and emphasis on accurate depiction of light.
Claude Monet was a leading figure in impressionism.
Synonyms
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