noun
- Plural of antiformalism; philosophical, artistic, or social positions or movements that reject or oppose formalism, rigid rules, or excessive adherence to established conventions.
Usage: Usually used in academic or artistic contexts; Often refers to theoretical positions in philosophy, art criticism, or literary theory
Examples
- The artist's antiformalisms challenged the rigid structures of classical composition.
- Several antiformalisms emerged in twentieth-century philosophy, questioning the limits of formal logic.
- The movement embraced various antiformalisms that prioritized spontaneity over predetermined rules.
- Critics debated the merits of different antiformalisms in contemporary literary theory.
- His work reflected the antiformalisms of the avant-garde, rejecting traditional aesthetic boundaries.