gothic architecture

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gothic architecture

A cathedral with gothic architecture stands tall against the sky.

Definition

Noun: - A style of architecture developed in northern France that spread throughout Europe between the 12th and 16th centuries: It is characterized by specific structural and aesthetic features, including slender vertical piers, counterbalancing buttresses, vaulting, and pointed arches.

Usage
  • As a subject: "Gothic architecture is known for its grandeur and verticality."
  • As an object: "The cathedral is a prime example of Gothic architecture."
  • With prepositions: "A book on Gothic architecture"; "The transition from Romanesque to Gothic architecture."
Examples
  • Noun:
    • The Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris is a masterpiece of Gothic architecture.
    • Scholars study the evolution of Gothic architecture across different European regions.
Advanced Usage
  • "to be in the Gothic architecture style": to be designed according to the principles of this architectural style.
    • The town hall, though built in the 19th century, is in the Gothic architecture style.
  • As a defining characteristic: Used to specify the architectural period or influence of a building.
    • The abbey's most striking feature is its Gothic architecture.
Variants and Related Words
  • Gothic (adj): Relating to or characterized by the style of Gothic architecture.
    • The church has beautiful Gothic windows.
  • Gothically (adv): In a manner relating to Gothic architecture.
    • The hall was Gothically vaulted.
Synonyms
  • Pointed architecture: A term sometimes used to describe the style, emphasizing the use of pointed arches.
  • Gothic style: A more general synonym for the architectural movement.
Related Phrases
  • Gothic revival: A 19th-century architectural movement that sought to revive medieval Gothic architecture.
    • The parliament building is a famous example of Gothic revival.
  • Gothic cathedral: A cathedral built in the Gothic architectural style.
    • Chartres is a quintessential Gothic cathedral.
gothic architecture

A cathedral with gothic architecture stands tall against the sky.

Noun
  1. a style of architecture developed in northern France that spread throughout Europe between the 12th and 16th centuries; characterized by slender vertical piers and counterbalancing buttresses and by vaulting and pointed arches

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