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auteurism

au·teur
A a

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    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • [oh-tur; French oh-tœr]
    • /oʊˈtɜr; French oʊˈtœr/
    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • [oh-tur; French oh-tœr]
    • /oʊˈtɜr; French oʊˈtœr/

Definitions of auteurism word

  • noun auteurism a critical film theory according to which the primary creator of a film is the director, all of whose works are said to reflect to a certain degree the characteristics of a personal style 3
  • noun plural auteurism a filmmaker whose individual style and complete control over all elements of production give a film its personal and unique stamp. 1
  • noun auteurism (film) A theory that considers a work of cinema or television as the work of its director, rather than of the actors or producers. 1

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Origin of auteurism

First appearance:

before 1960
One of the 3% newest English words
1960-65; < French: literally, author, originator < Latin auctor. See author

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Parts of speech for Auteurism

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auteurism popularity

A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 82% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
According to our data about 69% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.

auteurism usage trend in Literature

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