A1 noun Neutre

impressionism

/ɪmˈpreʃənɪzəm/

Impressionism is a style of painting that began in France in the late 1800s. It uses small, thin brushstrokes and bright colors to show how light changes on objects and nature.

Exemples

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I saw a beautiful example of impressionism at the art gallery today.

I saw a beautiful example of impressionism at the art gallery today.

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The lecture will focus on the origins of French impressionism in the 19th century.

The lecture will focus on the origins of French impressionism in the 19th century.

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I'm not an expert, but I really dig the vibes of impressionism.

I'm not an expert, but I really dig the vibes of impressionism.

Famille de mots

Nom
impressionism
Adverbe
impressionistically
Adjectif
impressionistic
Apparenté
impressionist
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Astuce mémo

Think of the word 'impression'—the artists wanted to capture a quick 'impression' of a moment before the light changed.

Quiz rapide

Claude Monet is often called the father of ______ because of his unique use of light and color.

Correct !

La bonne réponse est : impressionism

Exemples

1

I saw a beautiful example of impressionism at the art gallery today.

everyday

I saw a beautiful example of impressionism at the art gallery today.

2

The lecture will focus on the origins of French impressionism in the 19th century.

formal

The lecture will focus on the origins of French impressionism in the 19th century.

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I'm not an expert, but I really dig the vibes of impressionism.

informal

I'm not an expert, but I really dig the vibes of impressionism.

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Impressionism represented a significant departure from the rigid standards of academic painting.

academic

Impressionism represented a significant departure from the rigid standards of academic painting.

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The corporate office chose impressionism prints to create a calm atmosphere in the lobby.

business

The corporate office chose impressionism prints to create a calm atmosphere in the lobby.

Famille de mots

Nom
impressionism
Adverbe
impressionistically
Adjectif
impressionistic
Apparenté
impressionist

Collocations courantes

French impressionism French impressionism
masters of impressionism masters of impressionism
impressionism movement impressionism movement
late impressionism late impressionism
impressionism style impressionism style

Phrases Courantes

the birth of impressionism

the birth of impressionism

in the style of impressionism

in the style of impressionism

pioneer of impressionism

pioneer of impressionism

Souvent confondu avec

impressionism vs expressionism

Impressionism focuses on light and external scenes, while expressionism focuses on intense emotions and distorted reality.

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Notes d'usage

Use this word when discussing art history or a specific technique of painting that emphasizes light over detail.

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Erreurs courantes

Learners often use 'impressionist' (the person) when they should use 'impressionism' (the style or movement).

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Astuce mémo

Think of the word 'impression'—the artists wanted to capture a quick 'impression' of a moment before the light changed.

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Origine du mot

From the French 'impressionnisme', named after Claude Monet's painting titled 'Impression, soleil levant' (Impression, Sunrise).

Modèles grammaticaux

uncountable noun usually capitalized when referring to the historical movement
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Contexte culturel

Impressionism is a cornerstone of French cultural heritage and changed the way the world views modern art.

Quiz rapide

Claude Monet is often called the father of ______ because of his unique use of light and color.

Correct !

La bonne réponse est : impressionism

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