What does gothicism mean?
A style or movement that emphasizes death, decay, and the macabre, often associated with the 18th-century Gothic literature and architecture. It is characterized by a fascination with the darker aspects of life and a sense of melancholy or horror.
Example
"The gothicism of the old mansion was evident in its crumbling stone walls and overgrown gardens."
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