Neorealism

noun

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Noun
  1. 1
    A movement in art, literature and (especially in Italy) cinema, shortly after the Second World War, that concentrated on real life. uncountable, usually

    "Italy, likewise starting afresh after Fascism and defeat, has created a brilliant neo-realism. What is holding Germany back?"

  2. 2
    A theory of international relations based on the idea that power is the most important factor. uncountable, usually

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"Italy, likewise starting afresh after Fascism and defeat, has created a brilliant neo-realism. What is holding Germany back?"

Etymology

From neo- + realism.

Related phrases

international relationsreal lifesecond world war

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