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abstract expressionism
Noun
chủ nghĩa biểu hiện trừu tượng, trừu tượng trữ tình
a modern art movement originated in New York in which an artist expresses subjective feelings in abstract forms rather than external objects or figures
"Abstract expressionism challenged traditional notions of art , emphasizing the act of painting itself as a vehicle for personal expression and existential exploration ."
Bouffon
Noun
kẻ hề
a style of physical theater that satirizes social and political issues through exaggerated, grotesque performances and audience interaction
"The bouffon's ability to push boundaries and confront taboo subjects makes it a powerful and provocative form of theater."
antagonist
Noun
nhân vật phản diện, kẻ thù
villainous character who strongly opposes another person or thing
"Throughout the story , the protagonist 's struggle against the antagonist served as a metaphor for larger themes of good versus evil and the resilience of the human spirit ."
protagonist
Noun
nhân vật chính, người chủ chốt
the main character in a movie, novel, TV show, etc.
"The protagonist's quest for redemption and forgiveness forms the emotional core of the narrative , resonating with audiences on a deeply human level ."
conceit
Noun
hình ảnh ẩn dụ phức tạp, conceit
an elaborate or far-fetched poetic image or comparison between very dissimilar things, used in literature
"The conceit of merging war and love imagery made the sonnet memorable ."
allusion
Noun
ám chỉ, nhắc đến
a statement that implies or indirectly mentions something or someone else, especially as a literary device
"The poet 's allusion to Icarus served as a cautionary tale about the dangers of overambition and hubris ."
metafiction
Noun
siêu hư cấu, hư cấu bậc cao
a literary genre that uses self-reflexive techniques to draw attention to its status as a work of fiction, blurring the lines between reality and fiction
"Through metafiction, the author explored themes of authorship , narrative structure , and the relationship between fiction and reality , challenging readers to think critically about the nature of storytelling ."
cacophony
Noun
sự chói tai, sự không hài hòa
a literary device that uses a mixture of unpleasant, inharmonious, and harsh sounds to show disorder or chaos
"The cacophony of sounds in the short story mirrored the protagonist 's descent into madness , with each noise amplifying their sense of paranoia and fear ."
non sequitur
Noun
non sequitur, lời nói không liên quan
a remark or response that bears no logical or relevant connection to what was said before
"His sudden question about cats was a total non sequitur."
canonical
Adjective
kinh điển
(of an author or literary work) accepted as highly acclaimed authors or pieces of literature, which are collectively referred to as the literary canon
"The student 's thesis explored themes of identity and power in canonical literature , examining how these works have shaped cultural narratives over time ."
atonality
Noun
sự phi điệu tính, tính không có điệu tính
the quality that marks the absence of a key in a musical composition
"The pianist 's mastery of atonality allowed him to perform the avant-garde piece with incredible depth and sensitivity ."
rendition
Noun
sự trình diễn, sự thể hiện
a performance of a musical composition, dramatic role, or other artistic work
"The orchestra presented a faithful rendition of the classic symphony ."
metronome
Noun
máy nhịp, thiết bị đo nhịp
a device that helps musicians regulate their desired speed and rhythm
"The violinist found the metronome indispensable for practicing difficult sections , allowing her to gradually build speed without sacrificing control ."
euphony
Noun
sự hài hòa âm thanh, sự phối hợp âm thanh êm tai
a harmonious combination of sounds that is pleasing to the ear
"The gentle euphony of the stream 's babbling water provided a peaceful backdrop for their picnic in the woods ."
keystone
Noun
đá chốt, đá góc
a stone located at the top center of an arch, keeping all the other stones together
"The Art Deco façade was embellished with geometric motifs , including a stylized keystone at the center of each archway , adding a touch of modern elegance ."
decolonization
Noun
giải phóng thuộc địa, quá trình giải phóng thuộc địa
the process by which colonies or territories gain independence from colonial rule
"Latin American nations achieved decolonisation through a series of independence movements in the 19th century."
to chronicle
Verb
ghi chép, biên niên
to record a series of historical events in a detailed way by a chronological order
"The journalist chronicles the political upheavals of the past century in her investigative report ."
the Commonwealth
Noun
Khối thịnh vượng chung, Cộng hòa
the political structure during a period in the history of the UK between 1649 and 1660, called the interregnum, during which the country was ruled without a king or queen
"The Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) is held every two years, providing leaders of member states with the opportunity to discuss and address issues of common concern."
iconoclast
Noun
người bài trừ tượng thần, kẻ phá bỏ tín ngưỡng
a person who challenges or rejects established beliefs, customs, or values, often with the intent to provoke change or expose flaws
"The film 's director was hailed as an iconoclast for breaking genre rules ."
iconoclasm
Noun
sự phá hủy tượng thánh, sự từ chối hoặc phá hủy hình ảnh tôn giáo
the rejection or destruction of religious images as heretical
"The punk movement of the late 1970s and early 1980s embraced a form of cultural iconoclasm, rejecting mainstream norms and values through music , fashion , and lifestyle ."
conventionality
Noun
tính quy ước, chủ nghĩa tuân thủ
conformity with accepted ideas, practices, or standards of thought and behavior
"The policy reflected the conventionality of bureaucratic thinking ."
acculturational
Adjective
thuộc về sự hội nhập văn hóa, liên quan đến quá trình hội nhập văn hóa
relating to the process of acquiring or adapting to the cultural norms, customs, and practices of a different or dominant culture
"Travel exposes people to acculturational experiences in different places ."
intersectionality
Noun
tính giao thoa, cách tiếp cận giao thoa
a concept that recognizes how different forms of discrimination and oppression, such as race, gender, and class, interact with each other
"Intersectionality challenges us to recognize the interconnectedness of social issues and to advocate for justice and equality for all individuals , regardless of their intersecting identities ."
commoner
Noun
thường dân, người bình thường
a person that does not belong to the upper class of the society
"Commoners have historically been excluded from positions of political power and influence , but democratic reforms have gradually expanded political participation and representation for all citizens ."
marginalization
Noun
sự gạt ra bên lề, sự loại trừ xã hội
the social process by which an individual or group is pushed to the edges of society, limiting their access to resources and influence
"Activists protested against the marginalization of indigenous peoples ."
subjugation
Noun
sự khuất phục, sự chinh phục
the state of being forced to submit to the authority or control of others
"The people resisted years of subjugation and oppression ."
stratification
Noun
phân tầng, phân cấp
the process of arranging people into social classes or ranks
"Historical stratification often aligned with hereditary privilege ."
socioeconomic
Adjective
kinh tế xã hội, xã hội kinh tế
referring to factors or conditions that involve both social and economic aspects
"The nonprofit organization focuses on improving socioeconomic conditions in underserved communities ."
hegemony
Noun
bá quyền, sự thống trị
the dominance or control exercised by one group, entity, or state over others, especially in the realms of politics, culture, or ideology
"The tech industry 's hegemony over digital platforms has led to concerns about the concentration of power and influence in a few major corporations ."
canon
Noun
kinh điển
a recognized collection of authoritative books, texts, or works within a particular field or tradition, especially in religion
"" The Great Gatsby " by F. Scott Fitzgerald is often included in the canon of American literature ."