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dadaism

 

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Noun dadaism has 1 sense
  1. dada, dadaism - a nihilistic art movement (especially in painting) that flourished in Europe early in the 20th century; based on irrationality and negation of the accepted laws of beauty
    --1 is a kind of artistic movement, art movement

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Dadaism

Part of Speech: noun

Definition: An art movement of the early 20th century, characterized by nonsensical and irrational forms of expression, and often seen as a reaction against the conventions of modern culture.

Sense 1: Popular Definition:

It refers to an avant-garde movement that emerged in Europe during World War I, rejecting traditional artistic conventions and emphasizing the absurd and irrational.

Example Sentence: The Dadaism movement expressed social and political critiques through unconventional art forms.

Sense 2: Local Definition:

In local contexts, Dadaism can refer to a subculture or group that embraces absurdity and challenges societal norms through unconventional means.

Example Sentence: The local Dadaism scene organizes events that blend art, music, and performance to disrupt traditional expectations.

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