Meaning of the word "Belle Époque" in English

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Belle Époque

US /ˌbel eɪˈpɑːk/
UK /ˌbel eˈpɒk/
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Noun

a period in European social history from the late 19th century to World War I, characterized by optimism, peace, economic prosperity, and technological and cultural innovations.

Example:
Paris flourished during the Belle Époque, with new artistic movements and architectural marvels.
The optimism of the Belle Époque was shattered by the outbreak of World War I.