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Term: Verism

Definition:

Verism refers to an artistic representation or style characterized by a meticulous and realistic portrayal of ordinary, everyday life.

Sense 1:

Noun: In art and literature, verism is a movement that emerged in ancient Rome, highlighting the depiction of everyday people and their struggles.

Sample sentence: The verism of the ancient Roman sculptures showcased the raw emotions and wrinkles of ordinary citizens.

Sense 2:

Noun: In photography, verism denotes the practice of capturing candid and unposed images that document real-life situations.

Sample sentence: As a street photographer, he aimed to achieve verism by capturing the genuine expressions and interactions of passersby.

Sense 3:

Adjective: Describing a highly realistic or accurate representation of something.

Sample sentence: The verism painting of the fruit bowl made it almost indistinguishable from an actual bowl of fresh peaches.

Sense 4:

Adjective: Pertaining to a popular and locally recognized characteristic or trend.

Sample sentence: The restaurant added a verism touch to their menu by introducing the local delicacies enjoyed by the townspeople.

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