ab·strac·tion·ism ( b-strk sh -n z m)n. The theory and practice of abstract art. ab·strac tion·ist n. |
abstractionism [æbˈstrækʃəˌnɪzəm]
n
(Fine Arts & Visual Arts / Art Terms) the theory and practice of the abstract, esp of abstract art
abstractionist n
abstractionism
the creation of abstract art. — abstractionist, n., adj.
See also: Art
ThesaurusLegend: Synonyms Related Words Antonyms
| Noun | 1. |  abstractionism - an abstract genre of art; artistic content depends on internal form rather than pictorial representationgenre - a class of art (or artistic endeavor) having a characteristic form or technique op art - a style of abstractionism popular in the 1960s; produces dramatic visual effects with colors and contrasts that are difficult for the eye to resolve |
| 2. |  abstractionism - a representation having no reference to concrete objects or specific examplesinternal representation, mental representation, representation - a presentation to the mind in the form of an idea or image |
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