baroque Synonyms
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- unbearable
- devilish
- towering
- unconscionable
- plethoric
- undue
- stiff
- overextravagant
- endless
- unmerciful
- immoderate
- exorbitant
- inordinate
- fancy
- overweening
- over-the-top
- intolerable
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- moderate
- modest
- inadequate
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- insufficient
- reasonable
- insufficient
- inadequate
- reasonable
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baroque Meaning
baroque (n)
the historic period from about 1600 until 1750 when the baroque style of art, architecture, and music flourished in Europe
elaborate and extensive ornamentation in decorative art and architecture that flourished in Europe in the 17th century
baroque (s)
having elaborate symmetrical ornamentation
baroque (a)
of or relating to or characteristic of the elaborately ornamented style of architecture, art, and music popular in Europe between 1600 and 1750
baroque (a.)
In bad taste; grotesque; odd.
Irregular in form; -- said esp. of a pearl.
baroque Sentence Examples
- The Baroque era marked a period of extravagant ornamentation and artistic grandeur.
- The Baroque palace of Versailles showcased the opulence and architectural excess of the era.
- Baroque painting was characterized by dramatic lighting, dynamic compositions, and religious themes.
- The Sistine Chapel ceiling by Michelangelo is a masterpiece of Baroque art that depicts the creation of the world.
- Baroque music often featured complex harmonies, elaborate ornamentation, and fast tempos.
- The Baroque composer Johann Sebastian Bach was renowned for his intricate fugues and organ works.
- The Baroque period also saw the development of the concerto, a musical form that featured a soloist or group of soloists.
- Baroque literature was known for its ornate language, allegorical plots, and philosophical themes.
- The Baroque poet John Milton wrote the epic poem "Paradise Lost," which explores the themes of sin, redemption, and the nature of evil.
- Baroque gardens were designed to evoke wonder and awe with geometrically arranged trees, fountains, and statues.
FAQs About the word baroque
the historic period from about 1600 until 1750 when the baroque style of art, architecture, and music flourished in Europe, elaborate and extensive ornamentatio
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The Baroque era marked a period of extravagant ornamentation and artistic grandeur.
The Baroque palace of Versailles showcased the opulence and architectural excess of the era.
Baroque painting was characterized by dramatic lighting, dynamic compositions, and religious themes.
The Sistine Chapel ceiling by Michelangelo is a masterpiece of Baroque art that depicts the creation of the world.
