Meaning & Definition of word "Grotesque"
Grotesque
/ɡroʊˈtɛsk/
noun:
- 1. A grotesque figure or image, especially in art or literature.
- Example: The ancient statues contained grotesques that illustrated the myths of the time.
adjective:
- 1. Comically or repulsively ugly or distorted.
- Example: The film's grotesque special effects scared away half the audience.
- 2. Very strange or ugly in a way that is often frightening.
- Example: The artist was known for his grotesque depictions of human figures.
- 3. Outlandish or absurd in an exaggerated manner.
- Example: His behavior at the party reached a grotesque level of ridiculousness.
Etymology
●Italian 'grottesca', from 'grotta' meaning cave, due to their discovery in Roman grottos.
Common Phrases and Expressions
grotesque humor:
Humor that is absurd, outrageous or involves exaggerated situations.
grotesque mismatch:
A situation or combination that is absurdly incompatible.
grotesque distortion:
A warped or exaggerated representation of something.
Related Words
grotesquerie:
A bizarre or monstrous quality.
grotesqueness:
The state of being grotesque.
grotesquely:
In a grotesque manner.
Slang Meanings of grotesque
Meaning: Totally weird or absurd.
● Example Sentence: That movie was so grotesque, it was hard to watch.
Meaning: Over-the-top ridiculous.
● Example Sentence: His outfit was grotesque, even for a costume party.