How to Pronounce "expressionistic"
word
ɪksˌpɹɛʃəˈnɪstɪk
ik-SPRESH-uh-NIS-tik
ɛkspɹˈɛʃənˈɪstɪk
ek-spresh-uh-NIS-tik
Definition
Describing art, literature, or music that focuses on expressing emotions or ideas in a bold, personal, and sometimes exaggerated way, rather than trying to show reality accurately.
IPA Transcription
American English
ɪksˌpɹɛʃəˈnɪstɪk
British English
ɛkspɹˈɛʃənˈɪstɪk
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ik-SPRESH-uh-NIS-tik
UK
ek-spresh-uh-NIS-tik
Listen in Context
The painting has an expressionistic style.
He enjoys watching expressionistic films.
Her poetry is very expressionistic.
The director used bright colors and sharp angles for an expressionistic effect.