The artist chose a canvas with a rough texture to give his painting more depth.
synonyms
surfacequalityfeel
word origin — from Middle French 'texture', from Latin 'textura' meaning 'a weaving, arrangement'.
texture, foil, acclaim, paradigm, conservative: meanings and examples
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texture · noun/ˈtɛks.tʃɚ/
the feel or appearance of a surface or substance
The artist chose a canvas with a rough texture to give his painting more depth.
Synonyms: surface, quality, feel
Origin: from Middle French 'texture', from Latin 'textura' meaning 'a weaving, arrangement'.
foil · noun/fɔɪl/
a person or thing that contrasts with and highlights the qualities of another
In the novel, the cunning villain serves as a foil to the heroic protagonist, emphasizing the hero's noble qualities.
Synonyms: contrast, complement, counterpoint
Origin: Middle English: from Old French 'foille' meaning 'leaf', based on Latin 'folium'
acclaim · noun/əˈkleɪm/
enthusiastic and public praise
The artist received widespread acclaim for her latest exhibition, which captivated audiences across the nation.
Synonyms: approval, praise
Origin: Middle English, from Latin 'acclamatio(n-)', from 'acclamare' meaning 'to shout at or to cry out'.
paradigm · noun/ˈpær.ə.daɪm/
a typical example or pattern of something a model
The scientific community is exploring a new paradigm in renewable energy that could change our approach to sustainability.
Synonyms: model, pattern, example
Origin: From the Greek 'paradeigma', meaning 'pattern, example', from 'paradeiknunai' meaning 'to show alongside'
conservative · adjective/kənˈsɜr.və.tɪv/
favoring traditional views and values and tending to oppose change
His conservative beliefs often lead him to resist progressive changes in society.
Synonyms: traditional, conventional, cautious
Origin: The word 'conservative' comes from the Latin 'conservare', meaning 'to preserve'. It was first used in English in the early 19th century to describe political views that favor maintaining traditional institutions.