Meaning of the word surrealist in English

What does surrealist mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

surrealist

US /səˈriː.ə.lɪst/
UK /səˈrɪə.lɪst/
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Noun

an artist or writer who uses surrealism in their work

Example:
Salvador Dalí is perhaps the most famous surrealist of all time.
The surrealists aimed to unlock the power of the unconscious mind.

Adjective

relating to or characteristic of surrealism

Example:
The film features surrealist imagery that blurs the line between dreams and reality.
She wrote a surrealist poem about a clock that melts in the sun.