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What does impressionism mean?

Looking for the meaning or definition of the word impressionism? Here's what it means.

Noun
  1. (art) a movement in art characterized by visible brush strokes, ordinary subject matters, and an emphasis on light and its changing qualities
  2. (music) a style that avoided traditional harmony, and sought to invoke the impressions of the composer
  3. (poetry) a style that used imagery and symbolism to portray the poet's impressions
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In the 1880s, when impressionism began to become popular in the eyes of the public, it had in reality gone into crisis.
Our oil paintings have different styles such as classicalism, impressionism and realism.
I viewed breathtaking works in the style of Rembrandt, through impressionism and surrealism.
Abstract expressionism, collage, surrealism, impressionism and the use of other materials were expressly banned.
His work is considered a unique style combining impressionism, surrealism and abstract modern painting.
After 1880 the public slowly begun to recognize the value of impressionism.

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