agalma

/əɡˈælmə/

Definitions

1. noun

In Greek aesthetics, an agalma is a statue or image, especially a beautiful one, often of a god or goddess.

“The museum’s collection included various agalma from ancient Greece, showcasing the artistic skills of the time.”

Synonyms

  • sculpture
  • statue

Antonyms

  • abomination
  • monstrosity