noun
- Plural of postmodernism; various movements, styles, or theories that reject or challenge modernist principles, especially in art, architecture, literature, and philosophy, emphasizing irony, pastiche, and the questioning of grand narratives.
Usage: Typically used in academic and cultural contexts; Often refers to multiple distinct postmodern movements or interpretations across different disciplines
Examples
- Different postmodernisms emerged across architecture, film, and visual art during the late twentieth century.
- Scholars debate the various postmodernisms that developed in literature and critical theory.
- The exhibition showcased multiple postmodernisms, from deconstructivist architecture to ironic pop art.
- Postmodernisms challenge the idea that there is a single objective truth or universal aesthetic standard.
- Universities offer courses examining postmodernisms in contemporary culture and intellectual history.