Synonyms for

Impressionism

Verb / ˌɪˈmpreʃʌˌnɪzʌm / Another word for impressionism — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Impressionism is a style of art that originated in France in the 19th century. It is characterized by short brush strokes, vivid colors, and an emphasis on capturing the feeling or impression of a moment.

Synonyms & similar words

impressionism expressionism post-impressionism modernism cubism surrealism realism romanticism neoclassicism fauvism pointillism symbolism naturalism minimalism photorealism hyperrealism

Example sentences

  1. She painted in the style of impressionism, using short brush strokes and bright colors.
  2. The impressionism exhibit at the museum was very popular.
  3. Many famous artists, such as Monet and Renoir, were known for their impressionist paintings.
  4. Impressionism was a revolutionary style of art that broke away from traditional techniques.
  5. The art teacher taught the students about impressionism and its techniques.

Quotes

  • I want to touch people with my art. I want them to say 'he feels deeply, he feels tenderly.'” - Vincent van Gogh
  • The chief enemy of creativity is 'good' sense. - Pablo Picasso
  • The artist is a receptacle for emotions that come from all over the place: from the sky, from the earth, from a scrap of paper, from a passing shape, from a spider’s web. - Pablo Picasso

Try these popular words

the and that for you with was this are have not from

Practice

Play the Word Synonyms game · Choose level (start near 1)

Worksheets

Grade 4 · Grade 5 · Grade 6

Topics

Guides

Explore more words