impressionistic

• Relatif à l'impressionnisme, mouvement artistique du XIXe siècle, ou qui le caractérise ; au sens plus large, fondé sur des impressions subjectives plutôt que sur des faits objectifs.

Relating to or characteristic of Impressionism, a 19th-century art movement; also used more broadly to describe something that is based on subjective impressions rather than objective facts.

1. Based on subjective impressionB2formal

   Based on personal feelings, opinions, or perceptions rather than on concrete facts or detailed analysis.

   fondé sur l'impression subjective

   • His review of the film was highly impressionistic, focusing on his emotional reaction rather than the plot.
   • The report was criticized for being too impressionistic and lacking solid data.
   • She gave an impressionistic account of the event, describing the atmosphere more than the specific details.

   Synonymesintuitiveperceptualpersonalsketchysubjectivevague

   Antonymesanalyticaldetailedexactfactualobjectiveprecisesystematic

2. Relating to ImpressionismB2formalart

   Relating to or characteristic of the 19th-century art movement Impressionism, which emphasizes capturing the fleeting effects of light and color.

   relatif à l'impressionnisme

   • The painting has an impressionistic style, with visible brushstrokes and a focus on natural light.
   • Monet's work is a classic example of the impressionistic approach to landscape painting.
   • The artist's later works became more impressionistic, moving away from realistic detail.

   Synonymesimpressionist