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Classicalism

Definition:

Classicalism refers to a style or belief inspired by the standards of classical antiquity.

Part of Speech:

Noun

Senses:

  1. Sense 1:

    Aesthetic adherence or bias towards classical ideals, principles, or forms.

    Example sentence: The artist's painting exhibited a strong sense of classicalism with its use of symmetrical composition and balanced proportions.

  2. Sense 2:

    A movement or genre in literature, art, or music that imitates or revives classical styles.

    Example sentence: The symphony orchestra performed pieces from the classicalism era, showcasing the elegance and precision of that period's musical compositions.

  3. Sense 3:

    A philosophical or intellectual framework based on the principles of classical thought.

    Example sentence: The scholar's work on ethics was grounded in classicalism, drawing inspiration from ancient Greek and Roman philosophies.

Usages:

  • Cultural movements in the 18th and 19th centuries aimed to revive classicalism.
  • Classicalism heavily influenced architecture, literature, and visual arts during the Renaissance.
  • Many poets and writers of the Romantic period rejected classicalism in favor of more emotional and individualistic approaches.

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