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Modernism

Verb / ˈmɑ:dɜ:ˌnɪzʌm / Another word for modernism — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Modernism is a style of art, literature, and music that developed in the early 20th century. It is characterized by a self-conscious break with traditional ways of writing, in both poetry and prose fiction writing.

Synonyms & similar words

modernness contemporaneity modernity contemporaneousness innovation avant-garde contemporary newness originality novelty radicalism innovativeness modernity neoteric newfangledness newfangled new neologism neology up-to-date up-to-the-minute trendy fashionable modernistic

Example sentences

  1. Modernism was a movement that changed the way people thought about art and literature.
  2. The modernism style of painting was characterized by bold colors and abstract shapes.
  3. Modernism in literature was marked by experimentation with new writing styles.
  4. The modernism movement was a response to the changing world around people.
  5. Modernism was a way for artists and writers to break free from traditional styles of art and literature.

Quotes

  • Modernism is not a trend but a tradition.
  • Modernism is a way of life.
  • Modernism is not a style; it is an attitude.

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