pointillism
noun/ˈpɔɪntɪlɪzəm/
Frequency rank: #19,835 most common English word
Meaning
a painting technique in which small, distinct dots of pure color are applied to form an image.
Example sentence
The museum's newest exhibit showcases pointillism as an art technique that uses tiny dots of color to create vivid images.
Synonyms & related words
- stippling
- divisionism
- dotting
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