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exotism

/ɛksˈɒtɪzəm/ noun · British & US
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What does exotism mean?

noun

A feeling of fascination or admiration for something exotic or unusual. A tendency to idealize or romanticize something as exotic or unusual.

Example

"The artist's use of vibrant colors and unusual materials created a sense of exotism in her paintings."

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