What is another word for brushstroke?

Pronunciation: [bɹˈʌʃstɹə͡ʊk] (IPA)

There are several words which are used as synonyms for the word "brushstroke". Some of the most common ones are stroke, sweep, streak, mark, line, touch, trace, dash, flick, smear, and dab. Each of these words refers to the movement, pressure, or direction of a brush as it is applied to a canvas or other surface. Some of these synonyms are more specific than others, such as "streak" which refers to a long, thin mark, while "smear" refers to a broad, uneven mark. Depending on the context, any of these synonyms could be used in place of "brushstroke" to add variety and nuance to written or spoken language.

Synonyms for Brushstroke:

What are the hypernyms for Brushstroke?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.
  • Other hypernyms:

    artwork, artwork element, painting technique.

Related words: painting, watercolor, art, self-portrait, painting techniques

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