modernism

• Nom désignant un mouvement artistique et littéraire qui rompt délibérément avec les formes et conventions antérieures, ainsi que la qualité de ce qui est moderne ou actuel, et les pratiques typiques de la vie ou de la pensée contemporaines.

A noun referring to a genre of art and literature that makes a self-conscious break with previous genres, as well as the quality of being current or of the present, and practices typical of contemporary life or thought.

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1. Art and literature movementB2formalart

   A genre in art and literature characterized by a deliberate break with traditional styles and conventions, emphasizing innovation and self-consciousness.

   modernisme (mouvement artistique et littéraire)

   • Modernism in literature rejected linear narratives and explored stream of consciousness.
   • The early 20th century saw the rise of modernism in painting and sculpture.
   • Architects of modernism favored functional forms over ornate decoration.

   Synonymesavant-gardeexperimentalism

2. Contemporary qualityB2formal

   The state or quality of being current, up-to-date, or belonging to the present era.

   Caractère moderne

   • The design of the building reflects a sense of modernism and progress.
   • His philosophy embraces the modernism of today's globalized world.
   • The exhibition highlights the modernism of contemporary digital art.

   Synonymescontemporaneitycontemporaneousnesscurrentnessmodernitymodernness

   Antonymesanachronismantiquityoldness

3. Contemporary practicesC1formal

   Practices, ideas, or ways of thinking that are typical of modern or present-day life and thought.

   Modernité (pratiques contemporaines)

   • The company adopted modernism in its management techniques to increase efficiency.
   • Modernism in education emphasizes critical thinking over rote memorization.
   • Urban planning today often incorporates elements of modernism for sustainability.

   Synonymescontemporaneitycontemporaneousnessmodernitymodernness