word
Literary
French
Pastiche
pas-TEESH
/pæsˈtiːʃ/Listen
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Syllable breakdown
Pastiche
Dictionary meaning
A work that imitates the style of another artist or work, usually as homage.
History and origin
French
Examples
- The film is a loving pastiche of 1970s spy thrillers.
Pronunciation tips
Two syllables. Stress on second syllable. French origin.
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