naturalism
noun/ˈnætʃərəˌlɪzəm/
Frequency rank: #15,879 most common English word
Meaning
a style in art or literature that depicts reality accurately and in great detail, without idealization.
Example sentence
The novel's vivid descriptions of poverty reflect the literary movement known as naturalism.
Synonyms & related words
- realism
- verism
- authenticity
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