Classicism Meaning
/klˈæsɪˌsɪzəm/Definition, CEFR level B2, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.
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Definition
nounAll the classical traditions of the art and architecture of ancient Greece and Rome, especially the aspects of simplicity, elegance and proportion.
nounClassical scholarship.
Sentence Examples
Classicism influenced the artist.
The architecture shows classicism.
The museum display showcased the influence of classicism in modern sculpture.
Synonyms & Antonyms
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CEFR Practice Quiz
The museum exhibit showcased ____ through its focus on balance and harmony.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
____ is a movement that follows the styles of ancient Greece.
Word Origin & History
Etymology tree English classic Proto-Indo-European *-id- Proto-Indo-European *-yéti Proto-Indo-European *-idyéti Proto-Hellenic *-íďďō Ancient Greek -ῐ́ζω (-ĭ́zō) Proto-Indo-European *-mos Proto-Indo-European *-mós Ancient Greek -μός (-mós) Ancient Greek -ισμός (-ismós)der. English -ism English classicism From classic + -ism.
Literary Quotations & Historical Citations
"It catches an American athleticism and energetic team spirit that still seem to smash European notions of ballet classicism, as does its dancers’ selfless manner and their practicelike costumes."
— 2008 June 9, Alastair Macaulay, “In Student Steps and Leaps, a Survey of National Styles”, in The New York Times:
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CEFR Practice Quiz
The museum exhibit showcased ____ through its focus on balance and harmony.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
____ is a movement that follows the styles of ancient Greece.