Phantasmagorical (Adjective)
Meaning
Characterized by fantastic imagery and incongruous juxtapositions; "a great concourse of phantasmagoric shadows"--J.C.Powys; "the incongruous imagery in surreal art and literature".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The phantasmagorical landscapes in the artist's paintings were a reflection of her vivid dreams and imagination.
- The novel's phantasmagorical plot twists and turns, blurring the lines between reality and fantasy.
- The city's phantasmagorical architecture was a mix of ancient and modern styles, with sleek skyscrapers standing alongside crumbling temples.
- The poet's use of phantasmagorical imagery created a sense of wonder and unease in the reader.
- The film's phantasmagorical special effects transported the audience to a world of fantasy and adventure.