Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
dada
Noun
/ˈdäˌdä/
Definition
Dada is an art movement that began in the early 20th century, characterized by a spirit of negation and a rebellion against established norms and conventions in art and culture.
Examples
- The Dada movement challenged traditional artistic values with its unpredictable and nonsensical creations.
- Marcel Duchamp was a key figure in Dada, famously submitting a urinal as art.
- Dada’s influence can still be seen in today’s contemporary art practices.
Meaning
The term ‘dada’ represents a rejection of logic and reason, often embracing absurdity and chaos in response to the horrors of World War I.
Synonyms
- anti-art
- surrealism (related movement)
- absurdism (related concept)
