diorism

/ˈdaɪərɪzəm/

Definitions

1. noun

A philosophical or aesthetic doctrine that asserts the superiority of the beautiful and the sublime in art or literature, often at the expense of other qualities.

“The artist’s diorism led him to prioritize the emotional impact of his paintings over their technical accuracy.”

Synonyms

  • aestheticism
  • formalism

Antonyms

  • expressionism
  • primitivism