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fin de siecle

/fæn də siˈɛklə/
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​​Fin de siecle means "end of the century" in French, often referring to the end of the 19th century, marked by a mix of decadence and a sense of new beginnings.

​​Fin de siecle describes the changes in culture and art at the end of the 19th century, a time known for both luxury and new ideas. This era saw a wave of new art, literature, and social changes, mixing a sense of decline with excitement for the future. The fancy lifestyles and creative art movements of the late 1800s show the fin de siecle spirit. This phrase captures a special time in history where old traditions met new possibilities, creating a lively cultural scene.

Definitions of fin de siecle
  1. adjective
    relating to or characteristic of the end of a century (especially the end of the 19th century)
    fin de siecle art”
    synonyms:
    finished
    ended or brought to an end
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