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conceptualistic

conceptualistic

9.9
Art or writing that focuses on ideas more than how it looks
  • adjective
  • /kənˌsɛpʧuˈælɪstɪk/
  • Specialized
translation icon : conceptualista
  • Her writing style became increasingly conceptualistic as she explored philosophical themes in her novels.

Examples

  • This style is conceptualistic.

  • Critics praised the conceptualistic elements of the performance, highlighting its intellectual depth and innovation.

  • The artist's latest exhibition showcases a distinctly conceptualistic approach, focusing on ideas rather than visual realism.

  • Is this painting conceptualistic?

  • The artist's conceptualistic approach challenged traditional views on what art can be.

  • In her thesis, she explored the conceptualistic principles that underpin modern philosophy.

  • The film's conceptualistic themes encouraged viewers to think deeply about reality and perception.

Synonyms

conceptual
vsconceptualistic
45 6.5

It is about ideas and how people form them

is tied to a specific art and philosophy movement rather than general ideas
ideational
vsconceptualistic
  • Specialized
1 8.6

Relating to ideas or thoughts

is specific to the art and philosophy movement not just general ideas
conceptualist
vsconceptualistic
  • Specialized
8.6

Emphasizing ideas and meaning rather than how something looks

is the adjective for that movement in philosophy and the arts
conceptional
vsconceptualistic
  • Formal
8.0

About ideas or general plans rather than practical details

is concerned with a specific artistic and philosophical movement rather than general theory

Antonyms

507 2.6

About how something works in real life rather than in ideas

realistic
  • Specialized
5 5.6

Supporting the idea that the world exists even if we do not think about it

How Conceptual

abstract
35 7.1
conceptualistic
  • Specialized
9.9
conceptual
45 6.5

Surface Forms

conceptualistic positive

Morphology

conceptualistic = conceptual (semi-transparent) = concept + ual + istic

Formed by adding the adjectival suffix '-istic' to the clear adjective 'conceptual', producing a word meaning 'relating to conceptualism' in a regular way.

Etymology

Conceptualistic comes from concept, which means 'idea', and the ending -istic, which shows 'related to'. So something conceptualistic is focused on ideas rather than appearance, like art or writing that cares more about a concept than how it looks.