modernism
/ˈmɑdərnɪzəm/
noun
- A style or movement in art, architecture, literature, or music that broke away from traditional forms and experimented with new ideas and techniques, especially in the early to mid-20th century.
- Many poets of the 1920s embraced modernism, writing free verse and exploring fragmented imagery.
- The museum's new exhibit focuses on early 20th-century modernism in European painting.
- Modernism in architecture rejected ornate decorations in favor of clean lines and functional design.
- A way of thinking or living that emphasizes modern ideas, values, or methods over tradition.
- Some people see modernism as a rejection of old customs in favor of progress and science.
- The company's embrace of modernism led them to replace old manufacturing processes with digital automation.
- Her approach to education reflects a kind of modernism that prioritizes critical thinking over memorization.
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