Gilliamesque
adj
adj ·Rare ·Advanced level
Definitions
Adjective
- 1 Reminiscent of the works of Terry Gilliam (born 1940), American-born British animator and film director, characterised by surreal imaginative fantasy.
"Terry agreed because he felt it was a little far out and, as I was reminded, Terry wanted to stay clear of things that seemed too Gilliamesque."
Example
More examples"Terry agreed because he felt it was a little far out and, as I was reminded, Terry wanted to stay clear of things that seemed too Gilliamesque."
Etymology
From Gilliam + -esque.
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