Vocabulary

Gothic

ゴシック

B2 · Upper-intermediate Uncommon

Samraworld Dictionary

(1) Adjective, Noun

relating to a style of art, architecture, or literature that features pointed arches, dark or dramatic elements, or medieval characteristics

尖(とが)頭(あたま)アーチや中世(ちゅうせい)的(てき)な特徴(とくちょう)、あるいは暗(くら)く劇的(げきてき)な雰囲気(ふんいき)を持(も)つ芸術(げいじゅつ)・建築(けんちく)・文学(ぶんがく)の様式(ようしき)に関(かん)すること。

Examples

  1. The cathedral is a fine example of Gothic architecture.
  2. The novel has a Gothic atmosphere that feels mysterious and eerie.

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