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moderne

moderne

7.8
An early 20th century style for art and buildings with smooth lines and metal or glass details
  • adjective
  • /mɒˈdɜrn/
  • Specialized
translation icon : moderno
  • Many theaters built in the 1930s have a moderne appearance that sets them apart from older buildings.

Examples

  • Wow! That painting is so moderne!

  • Her apartment is decorated in a moderne style, with chrome fixtures and bold geometric patterns.

  • The museum's new wing features a distinctly moderne design with curved walls and glass blocks.

  • Isn't this moderne style fascinating?

  • The museum displayed a beautiful collection of moderne sculptures that captured the essence of the 1920s.

  • She decorated her living room with moderne furniture, featuring sleek lines and innovative materials.

  • The architecture of the new library is distinctly moderne, showcasing smooth curves and functional design.

Synonyms

modernist
vsmoderne
15 5.5

Relating to new art or design that breaks old styles

is a specific early twentieth century style with smooth lines and new materials

Antonyms

traditional
994 1.5

Following long-held customs and ways of doing things

classic
  • Literature
268 4.8

A well-known work of art or writing that people admire for a long time

How Modern

ultramodern
2 5.7
modern
234 3.5
moderne
  • Specialized
7.8
conventional
175 2.8

Surface Forms

moderne positive

Etymology

Moderne comes from the French and Latin word modernus, which comes from modo meaning 'just now' or 'recent'. So a moderne design is a 'modern' or recent style, with smooth curves and new materials from the early 20th century.