art

/ɑrt/

Definitions

1. noun

the expression or application of human creative skill and imagination, often in a visual form such as painting or sculpture, producing works to be appreciated primarily for their beauty or emotional power

“The museum’s collection of modern art is one of the most impressive in the world.”

2. noun

skill or talent in doing something

“She has a lot of art for a beginner and is already producing excellent paintings.”

3. verb

to give a particular form or character to something

“The architect’s design will art the new building to look like a traditional mansion.”

4. verb

to make something look or seem to be something else

“The magician will art the audience into believing that he has disappeared.”

Synonyms

  • craft
  • skill
  • skillfulness

Antonyms

  • artlessness
  • inauthenticity