pastiche
US /pɑːˈstiːʃ/
UK /pɑːˈstiːʃ/
1.
pastiche, imitation
an artistic work in a style that imitates that of another work, artist, or period
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The novel was a clever pastiche of 19th-century gothic literature.
Le roman était un habile pastiche de la littérature gothique du XIXe siècle.
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The architect created a pastiche of various historical styles.
L'architecte a créé un pastiche de divers styles historiques.
2.
mélange, pot-pourri
a medley or mixture of diverse things
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The film was a strange pastiche of comedy, drama, and action.
Le film était un étrange mélange de comédie, de drame et d'action.
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His speech was a pastiche of quotes from various philosophers.
Son discours était un mélange de citations de divers philosophes.