Definition

Relating to a style of art that uses geometric shapes and fragmented forms to represent subjects, often seen in paintings and sculptures.

Example

The cubist movement changed the way artists viewed and represented reality.

Conversation

Have you seen that new art exhibit downtown?

Yeah, I went last weekend! The cubist pieces were really interesting.

I love how they play with perspective and shapes.

Absolutely! It’s amazing how they can make such complex images.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Cubist → It is formed from "cube" (from Latin "cubus", meaning a three-dimensional geometric shape with six equal square sides) and the suffix "-ist" (meaning a person who practices or is concerned with something). The word "cubist" refers to an artist or practitioner of the Cubism art movement, which emphasizes the use of geometric shapes, particularly cubes, in representation.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'cube' as a three-dimensional shape, and remember that a 'cubist' is someone who creates art using geometric forms like cubes.

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