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Topic: Art

pointillism

IPA: /ˈpɔɪn.tɪ.lɪ.zəm/

KK: /ˈpɔɪn.tɪ.lɪ.zəm/

noun

Definition: A style of painting where small dots of color are applied to create an image that blends together when viewed from a distance.

Example: Georges Seurat is famous for his use of pointillism in his artwork.

pointillist

IPA: /ˈpɔɪn.tɪ.lɪst/

KK: /ˈpɔɪn.tɪ.lɪst/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a painting technique that uses small dots of color to create an image.

Example: The artist's pointillist style gives the painting a unique texture and depth.

noun

Definition: An artist who creates images using small dots of color instead of traditional brush strokes.

Example: The pointillist created a beautiful landscape using only tiny dots of paint.

pointillistic

IPA: /ˌpɔɪn.tɪˈlɪs.tɪk/

KK: /ˌpɔɪn.tɪˈlɪs.tɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a style of painting or art that uses small dots of color to create an image, or describing something that is very detailed and made up of many small parts.

Example: The artist's pointillistic technique created a vibrant and textured landscape.

poiser

IPA: /ˈpɔɪzər/

KK: /ˈpɔɪzər/

noun

Definition: A person or thing that balances or stabilizes, often used in the context of insects with two wings.

Example: The poiser helps maintain the balance of the insect while it flies.

polish

IPA: /ˈpɒlɪʃ/

KK: /ˈpɑlɪʃ/

intransitive verb

Definition: To become smooth or shiny by rubbing or polishing.

Example: The surface of the table will polish to a beautiful shine.

noun

Definition: A substance used to make something smooth or shiny, or the quality of being refined and elegant.

Example: She applied a coat of polish to her shoes to make them shine.

transitive verb

Definition: To make something smooth and shiny by rubbing it or using a special substance.

Example: She used a cloth to polish the silverware until it gleamed.

polished

IPA: /ˈpɒlɪʃt/

KK: /ˈpɑlɪʃt/

adjective

Definition: Smooth and shiny, often as a result of being rubbed or treated; also refers to being refined or cultured in behavior or presentation.

Example: Her polished speech impressed everyone at the conference.

polychromatic

IPA: /ˌpɒlɪˈkrəʊmətɪk/

KK: /ˌpɑlɪˈkroʊmətɪk/

adjective

Definition: Having or showing many different colors.

Example: The artist used polychromatic paints to create a vibrant mural.

polychrome

IPA: /ˈpɒlɪkrəʊm/

KK: /ˈpɑlɪˌkroʊm/

adjective

Definition: Describing something that has many different colors or is decorated with various colors.

Example: The artist created a stunning polychrome mural that brightened the entire room.

noun

Definition: An object or artwork that is made with or decorated in many different colors.

Example: The artist created a stunning polychrome sculpture that brightened the entire gallery.

polychromed

IPA: /ˈpɒlɪˌkroʊmd/

KK: /ˈpɑlɪˌkroʊmd/

adjective

Definition: Having multiple colors or being decorated in various colors.

Example: The artist created a stunning polychromed sculpture that captured everyone's attention.

polychromy

IPA: /ˌpɒlɪˈkrəʊmi/

KK: /pɑːlɪˈkrɒmi/

noun

Definition: The practice of using multiple colors in art, especially in decoration for buildings and sculptures.

Example: The ancient Greeks were known for their polychromy, which brought their sculptures to life with vibrant colors.

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