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Retrospective
01
a public exhibition of an artist's work over a period of time, showing their career development
Grammatical Information
animacy status
inanimate
plural form
retrospectives
What is a "retrospective"?
A retrospective is an event or exhibition that reviews the work of an artist, writer, or other creator throughout their career. It usually includes a selection of their most important or influential works, showing how their style and ideas have developed over time. Retrospectives are often held in galleries or museums to provide a thorough view of the creator's achievements and impact.
Examples
The museum hosted a retrospective of the painter's entire career.
retrospective
01
referring or relating to a past event
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Composition
Complex
relational
ungradable
Examples
The museum 's retrospective exhibit showcased artwork from the last century.
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