abstract expressionism

noun

Meaning

A post-World War II art movement characterized by non-representational, spontaneous, and gestural brushwork intended to express the artist's subconscious emotions.

Examples

The gallery dedicated an entire wing to the pioneers of abstract expressionism.
Critics initially struggled to interpret the raw, unbridled energy found in works of abstract expressionism.

Synonyms: action painting, non-objective art

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abstract expressionism

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈæbstrækt ɪkˈsprɛʃənɪzəm/

Definition

A post-World War II art movement characterized by non-representational, spontaneous, and gestural brushwork intended to express the artist's subconscious emotions.

Examples

The gallery dedicated an entire wing to the pioneers of abstract expressionism.
Critics initially struggled to interpret the raw, unbridled energy found in works of abstract expressionism.

Synonyms of abstract expressionism

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