gu2 din2 zyu2 ji6古典主義古典主义
Jyutpinggu2 din2 zyu2 ji6
Yalegú dín jyú yih
Definition
Classicism; adherence to aesthetic principles associated with ancient Greece and Rome.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the artistic or architectural style inspired by ancient Greek and Roman traditions. It is almost exclusively used in academic, critical, or formal discussions about art history rather than in casual daily conversation. When describing a person's taste, it implies a preference for traditional, structured, or formal aesthetics.
Examples
This movie is full of classicist style.
Do you like classical architecture?
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Common phrases
classical architecture
classical style
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