impressionism
Translation
impressionism
Examples
Monet is a key figure in Impressionism.
Monet is a key figure in Impressionism.
Grammar Patterns
((impressionism)) as a style of art Monet is a key figure in Impressionism.
Similar Words
Synonyms: (art movements) Post-Impressionism, Expressionism
Etymology
From 'impression' + '-ism'. The art movement was named after Monet's painting 'Impression, soleil levant'.
Memory Tips
Think of artists trying to capture a fleeting 'impression' of a scene, not a detailed picture.