What does arty mean?
Arty means Inclined towards the arts..
Arty
/ˈɑː(ɹ)ti/ · adjective
Meaning
Inclined towards the arts..
Definitions by Sense
- Inclined towards the arts.
- (sometimes derogatory) Pretending to artistic worth; high-flown.
- (military, slang) Artillery.
- (military, slang) An artillery crew member.
Example Sentences
But the film is depressingly thin on the women; often it seems more interested in arranging them in arty tableaux than investigating the way that isolation has shaped their personalities and how they see the world.
“Half of these Cate Blanchett movies – they’re all just like these arty things. I’m not saying they’re bad movies, but I don’t think most of them have a shelf life,” he said.
Synonyms for arty
Antonyms for arty
Related Words
Word Forms
- artier
- artiest
- artsie
- artsy
- arties
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for arty?
Common synonyms include pretentious.
What is the opposite of arty?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use arty in a sentence?
But the film is depressingly thin on the women; often it seems more interested in arranging them in arty tableaux than investigating the way that isolation has shaped their personalities and how they see the world.
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