gongorist

/ˈɡɒŋɡərɪst/

Definitions

1. noun

A follower of or admirer of the 16th-century Spanish poet Luis de Góngora

“The literary circle consisted of several gongorists who studied and analyzed the poet’s works.”

2. noun

A poet who writes in the style of Luis de Góngora

“The gongorist’s complex metaphors and symbolism captivated the audience.”

Synonyms

  • gongorist poet
  • metaphysical poet

Antonyms

  • classical poet
  • realist