pastiche
/pæsˈtiːʃ/
Group 31Difficulty 2/3
Definition
- (noun)
- An artistic work in a style that imitates that of another work, artist, or period; a medley GRE
Example in Context
The film was a loving pastiche of classic noir cinema, borrowing visual motifs and narrative conventions that contemporary audiences found both familiar and fresh.
Synonyms
imitationmedleyblend
Etymology
A mix or medley of different styles, like pasting different artworks together.
- paste (French) — to mix
Memory Aid
🎨Sounds like “paste-she”
A crafty artist who pastes random things together and declares it ‘ART’ — it's a PASTICHE!
Visual Association
🖼️An eclectic collage of famous paintings all combined into one wacky masterpiece.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does “pastiche” mean on the GRE?
pastiche (noun) means “An artistic work in a style that imitates that of another work, artist, or period; a medley”. The film was a loving pastiche of classic noir cinema, borrowing visual motifs and narrative conventions that contemporary audiences found both familiar and fresh.
How to remember “pastiche” for the GRE?
Mnemonic: “pastiche” sounds like “paste-she”. A crafty artist who pastes random things together and declares it ‘ART’ — it's a PASTICHE!
What are synonyms for “pastiche”?
Common synonyms: imitation, medley, blend.