lowbrow

Meanings

• adjective

  Relating to or representing art, literature, or popular culture that is regarded as having little or no artistic or intellectual value.

  - "The art exhibition featured a mix of highbrow and lowbrow pieces."
  - "Despite its lowbrow humor, the movie was a box office success."

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Antonyms

highbrow

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with lowbrow
plow , glow , brow , now

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Variants

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lowbrow , lowbrows

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Etymology

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Originally used to describe art that appealed to the masses, rather than the elite. Derived from 'brow' meaning forehead, suggesting a 'common' or 'everyday' perspective.

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Trivia

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1. Lowbrow art was popularized by artists such as Robert Crumb, Ed Roth, and Gary Panter.

2. Lowbrow art has been featured in galleries and museums around the world, including the Museum of Modern Art in New York City.

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Related Concepts

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1. Pop Art: A movement in the late 1950s and 1960s that sought to challenge the elitism of the art world by incorporating popular and commercial culture into fine art.

2. Graffiti: A form of public art that emerged from the urban environment, often using bold colors and distinctive styles to convey messages and create visual impact.

3. Tattoo Art: A traditional art form that involves the use of ink to create permanent designs on the body, often with strong cultural and symbolic significance.

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Culture

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Lowbrow art and culture emerged in the late 20th century as a reaction against the elitism of the art world. It includes genres such as pop art, graffiti, and tattoo art. Lowbrow often incorporates elements of popular culture and humor, and can be found in various forms such as paintings, sculptures, and illustrations.

How to Memorize "lowbrow"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a piece of art that appeals to a wide audience, rather than just a select few.
   - Visualize bold colors and playful, humorous imagery.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the term 'lowbrow' with art that is accessible to everyone, not just the elite.
   - Think of pop culture references and humor when memorizing the term.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember that 'lowbrow' represents art and culture for the masses, not just the elite.
   - Use the acronym 'LB' to help remember the meaning.

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