grotesque

Meanings

• adjective

  Relating to or depicting the ugly, distressing, or horrific.

  - "The artist is known for his grotesque sculptures."
  - "The novel's grotesque scenes were too disturbing for some readers."

• noun

  A person or thing that is ugly, distressing, or horrifying.

  - "The monster in the story was a grotesque creature."
  - "The clown's exaggerated features made him a grotesque sight."

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Pronunciation

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2. /ɡɹoʊˈtɛsk/
   
   
   
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Rhymes

Words rhyming with grotesque
bizarre , preposterous , absurd , ridiculous , obscene

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Variants

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grotesque , grotesques , grotesquely , grotesqueness , grotesquenesses , grotesquer , grotesquest

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Forms

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grotesqueries, grotesquely

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Etymology

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From the Latin word 'grotus,' meaning 'cave.' Originally used to describe things that were hideous or monstrous, as if emerging from a cave.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'grotesque' was first used in English literature by Edmund Spenser in 'The Faerie Queene' (1590).

2. The 'grotesque' is often associated with the carnivalesque, a concept developed by the Brazilian philosopher and cultural critic, Fernando Ortiz.

3. In psychology, the 'uncanny valley' is a concept that describes the feeling of unease or discomfort when confronted with objects or beings that are almost, but not quite, human. The 'grotesque' can evoke this feeling due to its ambiguous or unsettling nature.

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Related Concepts

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1. absurdism: A philosophical and literary movement that emphasizes the inherent absurdity of the human condition.

2. surrealism: An artistic movement that sought to explore the irrational and the dreamlike.

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Culture

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The 'grotesque' has been used extensively in various art forms, including literature, painting, sculpture, and film, to evoke emotions and provoke thought. It often serves to challenge societal norms and confront viewers with the uncomfortable or the taboo.

How to Memorize "grotesque"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a monster or a frightening creature emerging from a dark cave. This image represents the essence of the 'grotesque'.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'grotesque' with things that are ugly, frightening, or disturbing.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create an acronym: 'Grotesque' - 'G' for 'Gruesome,' 'R' for 'Repulsive,' 'O' for 'Ominous,' 'T' for 'Terrifying,' 'E' for 'Eerie,' and 'S' for 'Sinister'.

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