Definitions

1. noun

A philosophical or critical approach that emphasizes the importance of the everyday and the mundane, often in opposition to idealism or romanticism.

“The artist’s work reflected a form of epicenism that celebrated the beauty in the ordinary.”

2. noun

A literary or artistic movement that focuses on the depiction of everyday life and its details.

“The novel was a prime example of epicenism, showcasing the mundane routines of the characters.”