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intimism

Pronunciation: /ˈɪntɪmɪz(ə)m/
Definition of intimism

noun

[mass noun]
  • a style of painting showing intimate views of domestic interiors using impressionist techniques, used by artists such as Bonnard in the early 20th century.

Derivatives

intimist

adjective & noun

Origin:

early 20th century: from French intimisme, from Latin intimus 'innermost'

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Definition of intimism in the US English dictionary
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