Gothic Revival

noun

: an artistic style or movement of the 18th and 19th centuries inspired by and imitative of the Gothic style especially in architecture

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Built in 1798, the castle is recognized as a significant example of Gothic Revival architecture in Ireland — a fitting backdrop for the show’s dark aesthetic. Aya Al-Hakim, People.com, 7 Aug. 2025

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First Known Use

1869, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of Gothic Revival was in 1869

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“Gothic Revival.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Gothic%20Revival. Accessed 10 Sep. 2025.

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