duende

/ˈdweɪndeɪ/ or /dweɪnd/ or /ˈdweɪnd/ or /ˈdweɪn deɪ/ or /ˈdweɪn deɪ/ or /dweɪnd/ or /dweɪnd/ or /dweɪnd/ or /dweɪnd/ or /dwɛ̃nd/ or /dweɪnd/ or /dweɪnd/ or /dweɪnd/ or /dweɪnd/ or /dweɪnd/ or /dweɪnd/ or /dweɪnd/ or /dweɪnd/ or /dweɪnd/ or /dweɪnd/ or /dweɪnd/ or /dweɪnd/ or /dweɪnd/ or /dweɪnd/ or /dweɪnd/ or /dweɪnd/

Definitions

1. noun

A mysterious or supernatural force thought to inspire artistic creativity, especially in Spain and Latin America.

“The flamenco performance was infused with a sense of duende, captivating the audience with its raw energy.”

2. noun

A spirit or supernatural being in Spanish folklore, often associated with the underworld.

“The duende was said to haunt the abandoned mansion, its presence felt by all who ventured inside.”

Synonyms

  • esprit
  • genius

Antonyms

  • banality
  • ordinariness