1. Plural of futurism; artistic, literary, or political movements that emphasize innovation, technology, speed, and the rejection of tradition in favor of the future.
Usage: Often capitalized when referring to the early 20th-century Italian avant-garde movement; Can refer to multiple distinct futurist movements or philosophies
2. Beliefs, ideologies, or practices centered on progress through technology and forward-thinking social change.
Usage: General usage, not limited to art history

Examples

• The early 20th-century futurisms celebrated machinery and dynamism in art.
• Different futurisms emerged across Europe, each with distinct political and aesthetic goals.
• The artist's work drew inspiration from various futurisms of the past century.
• Contemporary futurisms often focus on artificial intelligence and sustainability.
• These competing futurisms offered contrasting visions of society's technological future.
• The museum exhibition explored multiple futurisms and their cultural impact.