the baroque
noun
: a period in the 17th and early 18th centuries in which art and music was characterized by use of complex forms, bold ornamentation, and the juxtaposition of contrasting elements
The museum is exhibiting paintings from the baroque.
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While the region’s influence has dwindled dramatically since then, its civilization-spanning history lives on in its most famous landmarks, such as the 11th-century Aljafería Palace and the baroque Basilica of the Lady of the Pillar, both in the capital city of Zaragoza.
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Siobhan Reid, Robb Report, 7 Sep. 2025
St George’s Basilica in Victoria is one of the best examples of the baroque style popular on the islands.
—AFAR Media, 28 Aug. 2025
He was struck by the baroque architecture, walkable historic cities and the warmth of the southern Italians.
—Laura Begley Bloom, Forbes.com, 21 Aug. 2025
At least, the baroque pearl necklace has been making a convincing case this summer.
—Selene Oliva, Glamour, 30 July 2025
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Siobhan Reid, Robb Report, 7 Sep. 2025
St George’s Basilica in Victoria is one of the best examples of the baroque style popular on the islands.
—AFAR Media, 28 Aug. 2025
He was struck by the baroque architecture, walkable historic cities and the warmth of the southern Italians.
—Laura Begley Bloom, Forbes.com, 21 Aug. 2025
At least, the baroque pearl necklace has been making a convincing case this summer.
—Selene Oliva, Glamour, 30 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for the baroque
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“The baroque.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/the%20baroque. Accessed 18 Sep. 2025.
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