Gestalt
(guh-shtahlt) Noun
something with two or more parts that are so integrated that they are perceived as one.
More about Gestalt
First used between 1920–25.
Directly from German Gestalt, “figure, form, structure.”
Examples of Gestalt
The gestalt of the novel’s narrative structure, with its interwoven stories, provides a rich, layered experience for readers.
In therapy, the gestalt approach focuses on understanding the entire context of a person’s experiences rather than isolating specific events.
(foo-droi-uhnt) Adjective
sudden and overwhelming in effect; stunning; dazzling.
First recorded in English between 1830–40.
From French foudroyer, “to strike with lightning,” derivative of foudre, “lightning.”
The foudroyant storm lit up the whole sky.
The opera began with a foudroyant overture, setting the stage for the emotional and powerful performance that followed.
(mi-ton-uh-mee) noun
referring to something by one of its attributes or a by a related word.
First recorded between 1540–50.
From Latin metōnymia, from Greek metōnymía, “change of name” (see origin at met-,-onvm,-v3)
Hollywood for the film industry.
The Crown for the British monarchy.
Suits for business people.
Pink slip for a layoff notice.
(guh-shtahlt) Noun
something with two or more parts that are so integrated that they are perceived as one.
More about Gestalt
First used between 1920–25.
Directly from German Gestalt, “figure, form, structure.”
Examples of Gestalt
The gestalt of the novel’s narrative structure, with its interwoven stories, provides a rich, layered experience for readers.
In therapy, the gestalt approach focuses on understanding the entire context of a person’s experiences rather than isolating specific events.
Foudroyant
sudden and overwhelming in effect; stunning; dazzling.
More about Foudroyant
From French foudroyer, “to strike with lightning,” derivative of foudre, “lightning.”
Examples of Foudroyant
The opera began with a foudroyant overture, setting the stage for the emotional and powerful performance that followed.
Metonymy
referring to something by one of its attributes or a by a related word.
More about Metonymy
From Latin metōnymia, from Greek metōnymía, “change of name” (see origin at met-,-onvm,-v3)
Examples of Metonymy
The Crown for the British monarchy.
Suits for business people.
Pink slip for a layoff notice.
Inputs Courtesy: Dictionary.com
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