The meaning of Baroque

adjective

Relating to or denoting a style of european architecture, music, and art of the 17th and 18th centuries that followed mannerism and is characterized by ornate detail. in architecture the period is exemplified by the palace of versailles and by the work of wren in england. major composers include vivaldi, bach, and handel; caravaggio and rubens are important baroque artists.

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Early eighteenth century baroque composer vivaldi was a trained priest who had music in his heart.

noun

The baroque style or period.

Usage examples:

The interior of the church is in lavish baroque

adjective

Relating to the highly decorated style in buildings, art, and music that was popular in europe in the 17th century and the early part of the 18th century

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Baroque architecture