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Topic: Art

postmodernism

IPA: //poʊstˈmɒdərnɪzəm//

KK: /ˈpoʊstˌmɒdərnɪzəm/

noun

Definition: A style in art, literature, and philosophy that opposes the ideas of modernism and often includes a mix of different styles and ideas.

Example: Postmodernism challenges traditional narratives and embraces a variety of perspectives.

postmodernist

IPA: //ˌpoʊstˈmɒdərnɪst//

KK: /ˈpoʊstˈmɒdərnɪst/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a style or movement in art, literature, and architecture that emerged in the late 20th century, characterized by a departure from traditional forms and an emphasis on subjective experience and cultural relativism.

Example: The postmodernist approach to literature often challenges conventional narratives and embraces multiple perspectives.

noun

Definition: A person who supports or believes in the ideas of postmodernism, a movement in art, literature, and philosophy that challenges traditional concepts and embraces diversity and contradiction.

Example: The postmodernist approach to literature often includes mixing different styles and genres.

postproduction

IPA: //ˌpoʊstprəˈdʌkʃən//

KK: /ˌpoʊstprəˈdʌkʃən/

noun

Definition: The final stage in making a film or television show, which happens after the filming is done and usually includes editing and adding sound.

Example: The postproduction process took several months to complete before the movie was ready for release.

postromantic

IPA: //ˌpoʊstrəˈmæntɪk//

KK: /ˌpoʊstrəˈmæntɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the period after the Romantic era, which lasted from about 1880 to 1914, often characterized by a shift in artistic and cultural expressions.

Example: The postromantic movement in literature explored themes of disillusionment and modernity.

postshow

IPA: /ˈpoʊtʃoʊ/

KK: /ˈpoʊtʃoʊ/

adjective

Definition: Happening after a performance or event has finished.

Example: The postshow discussion allowed the audience to ask questions about the performance.

potboil

IPA: /ˈpɒtˌbɔɪl/

KK: /pɑtˈbɔɪl/

intransitive verb

Definition: To create works that are produced quickly and with little artistic value, often for the purpose of making money.

Example: The author decided to potboil to pay the bills while working on her more serious novel.

potboiler

IPA: /ˈpɒtˌbaɪlə/

KK: /ˈpɑtˌboɪlər/

noun

Definition: A type of creative work, like a book or painting, that is made quickly and is often of low quality, mainly to make money.

Example: The author was criticized for writing a potboiler instead of a serious novel.

potiche

IPA: /pəˈtiːʃ/

KK: /pəˈtiʃ/

noun

Definition: A type of container, often decorative, that is shaped like a vase or jar and has a lid.

Example: She placed fresh flowers in the beautiful potiche on the table.

potter

IPA: /ˈpɒtə/

KK: /ˈpɑːtər/

noun

Definition: A person who creates objects from clay, usually by shaping and firing them in a kiln.

Example: The potter skillfully shaped the clay into beautiful vases.

verb

Definition: Not a valid English word.

Example: Not available

potteringly

IPA: /ˈpɒtərɪŋli/

KK: /ˈpɒtərɪŋli/

adverb

Definition: In a slow and aimless way, often while doing small tasks or activities without a specific purpose.

Example: She spent the afternoon potteringly arranging her garden, enjoying the sunshine without any rush.

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