No. 14,801 in German
postmodern
"Postmodern" in German refers to a cultural, artistic, or intellectual movement characterized by skepticism towards grand narratives, embracing relativism, diversity, and fragmented perspectives.
In a sentence
Die Architektur des Gebäudes ist postmodern und beeindruckend.
The architecture of the building is postmodern and impressive.
Here, 'postmodern' is used as an adjective describing the architectural style as being influenced by or characteristic of postmodernism.
Er schreibt einen Essay über postmoderne Philosophie.
He is writing an essay about postmodern philosophy.
In this sentence, 'postmodern' modifies 'philosophy,' indicating that the subject of the essay pertains to philosophical ideas and movements following or reacting to modernism.
Die Ausstellung präsentiert Werke postmoderner Künstler.
The exhibition features works of postmodern artists.
Here, 'postmodern' is used to describe the artists as creators influenced by or within the postmodern movement in art.
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