primitivism
/ˈprɪmɪtɪvɪzəm/
noun
- A style or movement in art, music, or literature that uses simple, bold forms and imagery, often inspired by non-Western or ancient cultures.
- Many early 20th-century painters turned to primitivism to break away from realistic styles.
- The museum exhibit explored primitivism in modern sculpture and its connection to African art.
- The artist's work was influenced by primitivism, with its flat shapes and bright colors.
- The belief that a simple, natural way of life is better than modern civilization.
- His primitivism led him to move to a remote cabin and live off the land.
- Some philosophers argue for primitivism, saying that technology has made people unhappy.
- The novel explores primitivism as a response to the stress of city life.