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gothic
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gothique
(architecture) used to describe the building style prevalent in Western Europe in the 12th-16th centuries, whose characteristics are high ceilings, tall pillars, pointed windows and arches that are mostly made of stone
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gothique
relating to the language spoken by the ancient Goths
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gothique, de style gothique
characteristic of the style of type commonly used for printing German
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géorgien, gothique
associated with the Middle Ages, including its architecture, art, literature, and cultural styles
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d'horreur
(of a novel, etc.) written or made in a spooky and mysterious way and often focus on creepy places like old castles or haunted houses, with themes of darkness and the supernatural
What is gothic?
The genre emerged during the early 19th century, influenced by the Romantic movement and characterized by its fascination with the macabre and the unknown. Gothic works typically feature elements such as secret passages, gloomy weather, tragic romances, and sinister villains, evoking a sense of foreboding and suspense in the audience. Over the years, the gothic genre has evolved and expanded to encompass various mediums, including literature, film, television, and art, continuing to captivate audiences with its haunting narratives and chilling imagery.
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gothique
built in a style that was prevalent in Western Europe in the 12th-16th centuries, marked by having high ceilings, tall columns, pointed windows, and stone arches
Gothic
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gothique
a style of architecture present in Western Europe in the 12th-16th centuries characterized by buildings made mostly from stone with high ceilings, tall pillars, pointed windows and arches
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gotique, langue gothique
extinct East Germanic language of the ancient Goths; the only surviving record being fragments of a 4th-century translation of the Bible by Bishop Ulfilas
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Gothique, Écriture gothique
a heavy typeface in use from 15th to 18th centuries
Gothic
adj
Exemple
The castle’s Gothic style gives it a haunting, medieval appearance.
The gothic genre captivates audiences with its emphasis on the macabre, drawing readers into haunted houses and gloomy settings where eerie events take place.
Gothic stories transport readers to ancient castles and haunted mansions, where eerie atmospheres and mysterious events unfold.
Scholars study ancient Gothic texts, such as the Codex Argenteus, to understand the Gothic language's grammar and vocabulary.
From sinister villains lurking in shadowy corners to ghostly apparitions haunting ancient ruins, gothic stories are replete with elements that evoke a sense of unease and foreboding.
