grotesque
UK/grәu'tesk/US
GREC2
Definitions
adj.
Strangely distorted or unnatural in appearance; absurdly incongruous or shocking
奇形怪状的，怪诞的，荒诞可笑的
n.
A style of art featuring bizarre combinations of human, animal, and plant forms
怪诞风格（艺术）；怪异图案
Root Breakdown
Loanwordgrotesqueother
=grotesque
Example Sentences
- 1.
The artist created a grotesque sculpture that challenged conventional beauty standards.
- 2.
The villain's grotesque appearance made him instantly recognizable and memorable.
- 3.
Modern art sometimes celebrates the grotesque as a form of creative expression.