zolaesque
/ˌzoʊləˈɛsk/
adjective
- Resembling or characteristic of the writing style of Émile Zola, especially in its naturalistic, gritty, and socially critical depiction of life.
- Her film has a Zolaesque quality, showing the harsh realities of factory work.
- The novel's Zolaesque descriptions of poverty shocked many readers.
- Critics praised the play for its Zolaesque attention to detail and social commentary.
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