Expressionism

/ɪkˈsprɛʃəˌnɪzəm/ noun

An art movement where artists show strong emotions and inner experiences rather than trying to copy real life exactly. It often uses bold colors, twisted shapes, and dramatic lines.

From *expression* plus *-ism*, forming a name for an artistic style or movement. It arose in early 20th-century Europe as a reaction against realistic representation.

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