Monumentalism
Pronunciation: /ˈˌmɑnjəmɛnəɫˈɪzəm/
Monumentalism (noun)
- A style that uses very large buildings or artworks to show importance and power in public places.
- The belief that a government should present itself through huge symbols and impressive public works.
- A way of thinking that treats ideas as extremely important, using a very serious and large-scale approach.
Examples
- The city supports monumentalism with large public art.
- Large public art can express monumentalism in public spaces.