Petrarchism

[ pee-trahr-kiz-uhm, pe- ]

Phonetic (Standard)IPA

noun

the poetic style introduced by Petrarch and characteristic of his work, marked by complex grammatical structure, elaborate conceits, and conventionalized diction.

First recorded in 1880–85; Petrarch + -ism

The tendency of Petrarchism was also in the direction of romanticism.

From this period also dates that literary phenomenon known under the name of Petrarchism.

Petrarchism returned, madrigals came in vogue, the social atmosphere was deodorized again.

Lyrical poets prefer the conscious shams of Petrarchism to any genuine utterance of emotion.

Petrarchism became a fashion among the mediocre and a school among these above the common.

April 23, 2024inveterate

[in-vet-er-it ]

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