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impressionism

/ɪmˈpɹɛʃənɪzəm/ noun B2
  1. An art movement characterized by visible brushstrokes, ordinary subject matter, and an emphasis on light and its changing qualities. (countable, uncountable)
  2. A style that avoided traditional harmony, and sought to invoke the impressions of the composer. (countable, uncountable)
  3. A style that used imagery and symbolism to portray the poet's impressions. (countable, uncountable)

Plural impressionisms

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