Calligraffiti

Pronunciation: /kælɪˈɡræfiti/

Definitions of calligraffiti

noun a specific piece of art created using this style

Example Sentences

Examples of calligraffiti in a Sentence

formal The artist showcased his mastery of calligraffiti in the exhibition.

informal I love how calligraffiti combines calligraphy and graffiti styles.

slang Check out this sick calligraffiti piece I saw downtown!

figurative Her words were like calligraffiti, beautifully crafted yet powerful in meaning.

Grammatical Forms of calligraffiti

• past tense: calligraffitied
• plural: calligraffitis
• comparative: more calligraffiti
• superlative: most calligraffiti
• present tense: calligraffiti
• future tense: will calligraffiti
• perfect tense: have calligraffitied
• continuous tense: is calligraffiting
• singular: calligraffiti
• positive degree: calligraffiti
• infinitive: to calligraffiti
• gerund: calligraffiting
• participle: calligraffiting

Origin and Evolution of calligraffiti

First Known Use: 1960 year

Language of Origin: English

Story behind the word: The word 'calligraffiti' is a blend of 'calligraphy' and 'graffiti', combining the art of beautiful writing with the urban art form of graffiti.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to describe the fusion of calligraphy and graffiti styles in the 1960s, 'calligraffiti' has since evolved to encompass a broader range of artistic expressions that combine elements of both calligraphy and graffiti.