neo-gothic
Americanadjective
Etymology
Origin of neo-gothic
First recorded in 1890–95
Example Sentences
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Capitol building, the neo-gothic peaks of the British House of Parliament standing tall over the River Thames — tends to be deeply symbolic.
From Washington Post ● Jan. 10, 2023
The red brick, neo-gothic mortuary chapels stand at the highest point of Brandwood cemetery grounds.
From BBC ● Sep. 11, 2018
The feelings of awe and trepidation I felt walking into the neo-gothic institution, enclosed by its 30-foot walls, were overwhelming.
From Salon ● Oct. 31, 2017
“When the competition to build the Houses of Parliament came along in the 1830s, you were only allowed to enter buildings that were neo-gothic or Tudor,” adds Grindrod.
From The Guardian ● Oct. 26, 2017
“A Series of Unfortunate Events” was marked by Handler’s winkingly ornate prose and neo-gothic whimsy; “All the Dirty Parts” is spare, stripped down and devoid of anything twee.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 25, 2017
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