apollinaire

/ɑpɔljɛːr/ or /apɔlɛnɛr/; English: /ˌæpoʊliˈnɛr/

Definitions

1. proper noun

A French poet and critic, born Guillaume Albert Valentin Apollinaire, 1880-1918, known for his work in the development of Cubism and Surrealism, and for his poetry and plays.

“Guillaume Apollinaire was a key figure in the Dada movement.”

2. adjective

related to or characteristic of Apollinaire or his style

“The painting was an example of Apollinaire’s Cubist influence.”

3. adverb

in the style of Apollinaire or with a focus on Cubist or Surrealist themes

“The artist worked in an Apollinaire-esque style.”

Synonyms

  • Cubist
  • Dadaist
  • Surrealist

Antonyms

  • Realist
  • Realistic