baroque

UK
/bəˈrɒk/
US
/bəˈrɑk/
baroquenoun
baroques
pl
UK
/bəˈrɒk/
US
/bəˈroʊk/
Translations
The church is a masterpiece of baroque architecture.
Церковь является шедевром архитектуры барокко.
Definitions
A style of European architecture, music, and art of the 17th and 18th centuries that is characterized by ornate detail.
The cathedral is a stunning example of baroque, with its intricate sculptures and grandiose design.
An irregularly shaped pearl.
The necklace is strung with baroques that shimmer in the light.
Synonyms
elaborate style
ornate style
baroqueadjective
more baroque
Comp.
most baroque
Super.
UK
/bəˈrɒk/
US
/bəˈrɑk/
Translations
The baroque architecture of the cathedral is stunning.
Барочная архитектура собора потрясающая.
Additional translations
Definitions
Relating to or denoting a style of European architecture, music, and art of the 17th and 18th centuries that is characterized by ornate detail.
The baroque architecture of the cathedral was breathtaking, with its intricate carvings and grandiose design.
Extravagantly ornate, florid, and convoluted in character or style.
Her baroque writing style, filled with elaborate descriptions and complex metaphors, captivated the readers.
Irregular in shape; used especially to describe pearls that are not perfectly round.
She preferred baroque pearls, whose irregular shapes made each one unique.