noun
- Plural of exoticism; things that are exotic or foreign in character; the quality or state of being exotic.
- Exotic words, phrases, or linguistic elements borrowed from other languages.
Usage: Usually used in plural form; Can refer to exotic elements, practices, or aesthetic qualities
Usage: Literary or linguistic context
Examples
- The museum's collection celebrated the exotisms of distant cultures through art and artifacts.
- Travel writers often emphasize the exotisms of unfamiliar destinations to captivate readers.
- The designer incorporated exotisms from various Asian traditions into the fashion collection.
- Nineteenth-century literature was filled with exotisms that reflected European fascination with the Orient.
- The restaurant menu featured exotisms such as rare spices and unusual cooking techniques.
- Critics argued that the film relied too heavily on exotisms rather than authentic cultural representation.