Synonyms for

Paintings

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

Definition

Paintings are pictures that are made using paint.

Synonyms & similar words

picture housepainting paint painting artwork portraits canvases pictures drawings sketches illustrations murals landscapes watercolors oils acrylics pastels prints sculptures carvings statues installations collages assemblages

Synonyms by register

Formal

artworks canvases masterpieces creations

Informal

pics drawings sketches

Literary

effigies visages portraits

Common collocations

  • oil paintings
  • acrylic paintings
  • watercolor paintings
  • abstract paintings
  • landscape paintings
  • portrait paintings
  • famous paintings

Word family

noun painting
verb paint
adjective painted

Usage note

The word 'paintings' refers to works of art created with paint. It is a general term and can encompass various styles and mediums.

Example sentences

  1. She loves to look at paintings of flowers.
  2. The artist sold one of his paintings at the art show.
  3. The museum has a big collection of paintings from different artists.
  4. My favorite paintings are the ones with bright colors.
  5. She is going to paint a new painting for her art class.

Quotes

  • 'Art is not what you see, but what you make others see.' - Edgar Degas
  • 'Painting is just another way of keeping a diary.' - Pablo Picasso
  • 'The world always seems brighter when you've just made something that wasn't there before.' - Neil Gaiman

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