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Definition
Proper noun 1. Antoni Gaudí: A Spanish architect, born in 1852 and died in 1926, who was a leading figure of Catalan Modernism (Art Nouveau). He is renowned for his highly individualistic, organic, and sculptural architectural style.
Usage
- The word "Gaudí" is used as a proper noun to refer specifically to the architect Antoni Gaudí or to works created by him.
- It is often used attributively to describe his unique architectural style.
Examples
- Proper noun:
- Gaudí spent over 40 years working on the Sagrada Família.
- Many tourists travel to Barcelona to see the works of Gaudí.
- The Gaudí exhibition at the museum features original drawings and models.
Advanced Usage
- Gaudíesque (adjective): Having the distinctive, imaginative, and organic qualities characteristic of Gaudí's architecture.
- The building's undulating facade and colorful mosaics are truly Gaudíesque.
Variants and Related Words
- Gaudíesque (adj): Resembling or in the style of Antoni Gaudí.
Synonyms
- Architect (in the specific context of his profession).
Noun
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Spanish architect who was a leading exponent of art nouveau in Europe (1852-1926)
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