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expressionism
This term describes an artistic philosophy where the internal, subjective experience takes precedence over the external, objective world. It is characterized by a deliberate distortion of reality to evoke moods or ideas, often resulting in a sense of anxiety, intensity, or alienation. In a gallery or academic setting, it refers to a specific historical avant-garde movement that emerged in the early 20th century.
As a conceptual noun referring to a specific artistic movement or style, it is treated as an uncountable mass noun. It describes a category of art rather than a discrete object, meaning it does not typically take a plural form in standard usage.
Meanings
A style of art, particularly in painting and sculpture, that seeks to depict emotional experience rather than physical reality, often using distorted forms and vivid colors.
A movement in music, literature, and cinema that emphasizes the expression of inner psychological states and subjective emotions over objective representation.
The play's fragmented structure and surreal atmosphere are characteristic of literary expressionism.
Examples
The museum has a stunning collection of German expressionism.
The museum has a stunning collection of German expressionism.
I wonder if this painting is too abstract or if it truly captures the essence of expressionism.
The professor explained how expressionism influenced modern graphic design.
Look at those distorted figures and bold colors typical of expressionism.
Early cinema used expressionism to create a sense of dread and anxiety.
His music is deeply rooted in the traditions of musical expressionism.
The stark contrast in the film set is a clear nod to expressionism.
We are studying the transition from impressionism to expressionism this semester.
We are studying the transition from impressionism to expressionism this semester.