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solidism


Meanings
  • noun

    A philosophical and artistic movement advocating for the importance and value of solidity, stability, and unity, often in opposition to the perceived instability and fragmentation of modern life.

    - "Solidism was a reaction against the Dadaist and Surrealist movements of the early 20th century."
    - "The solidist painter sought to capture the solidity and permanence of the natural world in his works."
    - "In literature, solidism can be seen in the works of authors who focus on the stability and coherence of their narratives."

Variants
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solid , solider , solidest , solidly , solidness , solidnesses
Etymology
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Solidism is derived from the Latin word 'solidus', meaning 'solid' or 'unbroken'.


Trivia
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  1. The term 'solidism' was first used in the early 20th century by French philosopher Charles Maurras.

  2. Solidism was particularly influential in the visual arts, with artists such as Paul Cézanne and Henri Matisse being associated with the movement.


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  1. Modernism: Solidism can be seen as a reaction against modernist movements, which emphasized the fragmentation and instability of modern life.

  2. Realism: Solidism shares some similarities with realism, which also emphasizes the representation of reality and the importance of solid objects.


Culture
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Solidism emerged as a response to the perceived instability and fragmentation of modern life, and was often associated with traditional values and the beauty of the natural world. It can be seen in various forms of art and literature, particularly in the early 20th century.

How to Memorize "solidism"

  1. visualize

    - To memorize solidism, try visualizing a solid object, such as a rock or a brick, to represent the stability and permanence of the concept.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'solidism' with the idea of stability and permanence, and remember that it is a philosophical and artistic movement that emphasizes these values.

  3. mnemonics

    - One mnemonic for remembering the meaning of solidism is to think of the word as 'solid-ism', emphasizing the importance of solidity and stability.


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