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Avant-garde

Definition:

The term "avant-garde" refers to innovative and experimental ideas, methods, or practices in various fields, especially in art, literature, and music.

Sense 1:

Adjective: Pertaining to new or unconventional ideas and styles in the arts.

Example sentences:

• The artist presented her avant-garde sculpture at the contemporary art exhibition.
• The avant-garde fashion show showcased groundbreaking designs never seen before.

Sense 2:

Noun: A person or group of individuals who create or promote innovative and experimental ideas, especially in the arts.

Example sentences:

• The avant-garde musicians formed a band to challenge traditional music genres.
• Being part of the avant-garde in the literary world, the author's novels were often seen as revolutionary.

Sense 3:

Noun: The avant-garde movement itself or a work of art that exhibits unconventional characteristics.

Example sentences:

• The painting was a perfect representation of the avant-garde of the 20th century.
• Many cinema enthusiasts consider "Breathless" as an iconic avant-garde film.

Sense 4:

Noun: New and experimental ideas or methods in any field that challenge traditional norms and conventions.

Example sentences:

• The scientist's research introduced avant-garde concepts in the field of biotechnology.
• The theater director's avant-garde approach to Shakespeare's play garnered mixed reviews.

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