Postmodern ( adjective , noun )

(As an adjective)

Postmodern ( adjective )

1. Relating to or characteristic of postmodernism.
2. Rejecting traditional modern values and embracing diversity, complexity and self-consciousness.

Origin:

Coined in the late 19th century, postmodern refers to a style or movement that comes after the modern era and rejects many of its assumptions.

Examples:

1. The postmodern architecture is characterized by a breaking down of the traditional forms.
2. This is a postmodern novel that challenges the traditional narrative form.
3. The postmodern art is concerned with the representation of the world and its meaning.
4. This is a postmodern society that values individuality over conformity.
5. This a postmodern critique of the traditional institutions and ideologies.

(As a noun)

Postmodern ( noun )

1. Relating to or characteristic of postmodernism.
2. Rejecting traditional modern values and embracing diversity, complexity and self-consciousness.

Origin:

Coined in the late 19th century, postmodern refers to a style or movement that comes after the modern era and rejects many of its assumptions.

Examples:

1. The postmodern architecture is characterized by a breaking down of the traditional forms.
2. This is a postmodern novel that challenges the traditional narrative form.
3. The postmodern art is concerned with the representation of the world and its meaning.
4. This is a postmodern society that values individuality over conformity.
5. This a postmodern critique of the traditional institutions and ideologies.