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I . grotesque [grəʊˈtesk] ADJ

II . grotesque [grəʊˈtesk] N

grotesque
形状怪诞的图案(或人) xíngzhuàng guàidànde tú'àn
grotesque
怪诞 guàidàn
▶ grotesquely ADV

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There was insanity, a grotesque horribleness about it that was interestingly unpleasant.
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The aim of these films is to have an extremely dramatic effect on the audience, often emphasizing the fantastic and grotesque.
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The arch-braced roof with seven bays is original; its main trusses rest on carved corbels representing grotesque animals.
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Some, however, also had a humorous and grotesque edge, whereas still others were social commentaries.
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Many of these describe a grotesque, sarcastic version of what occurred.
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Written in 1913 and first rapresented in 1916, it is historically significant for starting the contemporary grotesque theatre.
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Though the majority of his poems use tragical and majestic elements, he also uses irony, grotesque motifs and playfulness.
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It is a very large creature with a grotesque head bearing multiple eyes and a wide sharp-toothed mouth, attached to a long snake-like body.
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The psychotic character is often brought to life in an over-the-top, grotesque fashion, emphasizing the unglamorous process of aging and eventual death.
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The supernatural is placed outside of conventional fantasy settings and presented as a natural part of a realistic world, bringing about its grotesque nature.
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