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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

fauvist

/fɔːˈvɪst/ adjective · British & US
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What does fauvist mean?

adjective

A fauvist is an artist who practices fauvism, an early 20th-century art movement characterized by the use of bold, vivid colors and energetic brushstrokes. Fauvist art often features distorted forms and a sense of spontaneity.

Example

"The museum's collection included several works by the famous fauvist painter, Henri Matisse."

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