royal academy
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Definition
Proper noun An honorary institution in London, founded in 1768, with the purpose of cultivating and promoting the arts of painting, sculpture, and architecture in Britain. It is a prestigious society of artists and architects.
Usage
The term "Royal Academy" is used as a proper noun to refer specifically to this institution. It is often preceded by the definite article "the." * The exhibition at the Royal Academy features work by contemporary sculptors. * She was elected a member of the Royal Academy in 2010. * The Royal Academy's annual Summer Exhibition is a major event in the art world.
Advanced Usage
- The abbreviation RA is commonly used, especially after a name to denote membership.
- Sir Joshua Reynolds, PRA (President of the Royal Academy).
- The painting is by an RA.
Variants and Related Words
- Royal Academician (noun): A member of the Royal Academy.
- Several Royal Academicians have their studios in London.
- Royal Academy of Arts: The full, formal name of the institution.
Synonyms
- Academy (in the specific context of arts institutions)
- Society (in the sense of a learned or professional body)
Related Phrases
- RA Schools: The teaching school of the Royal Academy.
- He studied at the RA Schools.
- Summer Exhibition: The Royal Academy's famous open-submission art exhibition held annually.
Noun
- an honorary academy in London (founded in 1768) intended to cultivate painting and sculpture and architecture in Britain