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grottesco — meaning in English

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English meaning

antic noun A piece of foolish, playful or attention-seeking behaviour; usually used in the plural.
grotesque adjective Strange, distorted, or unnatural, often in a disturbing or ugly way.

Senses

grottesco is used for these senses in English:

antic (architecture, arts) Grotesque, incongruous.
grotesque Distorted and unnatural in shape or size; abnormal, especially in a hideous way.

antic — full definition

noun A piece of foolish, playful or attention-seeking behaviour; usually used in the plural.
adjective Grotesque or absurd in an oddly theatrical way.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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