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GONGORISM

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There is 1 meaning of the word Gongorism.

Gongorism - as a noun

An affected elegance of style that was introduced into spanish literature by the poet gongora

Example Sentences

"The poet's excessive use of metaphors and obscure references is an example of gongorism."
"Critics argue that gongorism sacrifices clarity for decorative language."
"In his poem, he parodied gongorism by employing excessive wordplay and convoluted syntax."
"The poet's indulgence in gongorism hindered the readers' understanding of the poem's theme."
"Some scholars consider gongorism as a form of literary affectation."
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