impressionism
Translation
Impressionism
Examples
Monet is a famous painter of Impressionism.
Monet is a famous painter of Impressionism.
Impressionism focuses on light and movement.
Impressionism focuses on light and movement.
Grammar Patterns
((of sth.)) the style of (sth.) Impressionism is a style of painting.
Similar Words
Related art movements: Post-Impressionism, Expressionism
Etymology
From 'impression' + '-ism' (a practice or philosophy). Named after Monet's painting 'Impression, soleil levant'.
Memory Tips
Remember it's an art style that tries to capture the 'impression' of a moment, not the detailed reality.