Avant-Garde
/ˌævɑ̃ˈɡɑrd/
Definitions
- (adj.) Innovative or experimental, especially in the arts or culture.
The avant-garde film challenged traditional storytelling methods.
- (n.) A group active in the innovation and application of new concepts and techniques in the arts or culture.
The avant-garde pushed boundaries that reshaped modern art.
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Commentary
Often relates to breaking from established norms; useful in legal contexts when discussing intellectual property or censorship related to novel artworks.
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