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Verisimilitude
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Meaning
Verisimilitude refers to the appearance of being true or real. It describes the quality that makes something -- such as a story, representation, or artistic work -- seem plausible or realistic, even if it is fictional.
Pronunciation
veh·ruh·suh·mi·luh·chood
Origin
The word originates from the Latin 'verisimilitudo,' a combination of 'verus' (true) and 'similitudo' (resemblance or similarity). It entered English in the early 17th century.
History
Verisimilitude has been a significant concept in art, literature, and philosophy, especially since the Renaissance when artists and writers began striving to make their works more lifelike. In literary theory, it gained prominence in the works of Aristotle, who argued that successful art and literature should reflect a believable imitation of life, even if it is fictional (mimesis). During the 19th and 20th centuries, verisimilitude became a hallmark of realism, where authors and artists depicted everyday life with accuracy and detail.
Daily usage
"The film's verisimilitude was enhanced by its use of real locations and genuine historical details."
Examples
Though profanity does sometimes help create a sense of verisimilitude, it can also be employed to punch up everyday speech. - New York Times, 14 March 2018
You could defend the show on the grounds of verisimilitude; after all, the culture it is parodying has not been a place known for its inclusiveness of women. - New York Times, 4 May 2015
Synonyms
- Plausibility
- Likelihood
- Naturalism
- Realism
- Authenticity
- Probability
- Verismo
- Truthlikeness
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Published: 02 Dec 2024, 07:00 am IST
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