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gothic

/ˈɡɑθɪk/ /ˈɡɔθɪk/

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adjective

Of or relating to the Goths or their language.

Examples :

"The professor lectured on the origins of the Gothic language and its influence on other Germanic languages. "

language culture history

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adjective

Barbarous, rude, unpolished, belonging to the “Dark Ages”, medieval as opposed to classical.

Examples :

"The old castle, with its dark stone and imposing towers, had a distinctly gothic feel, like something out of a medieval story. "

culture history art style literature architecture

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adjective

Of or relating to the architectural style favored in Western Europe in the 12th to 16th centuries, with high-pointed arches, clustered columns, etc.

Examples :

"Gothic arches"

architecture style art building history

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adjective

Of or relating to the style of fictional writing associated with the Gothic revival, emphasizing violent or macabre events in a mysterious, desolate setting.

Examples :

"Gothic tales"

literature style story writing culture entertainment

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adjective

Of the name of type formerly used to print, at last, German, also known as black letter.

Examples :

"Gothic letters"

type language writing

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adjective

Of a sans serif typeface using straight, even-width lines, also known as grotesque.

Examples :

"The instructions on the form were printed in a simple, easy-to-read gothic typeface. "

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adjective

Of or relating to the goth subculture, music or lifestyle.

Examples :

"Gothic dress"

culture music style