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Is there a single definition of art

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art

/ärt/

noun

1.

the expression or application of human creative skill and imagination, typically in a visual form such as painting or sculpture, producing works to be appreciated primarily for their beauty or emotional power.

"the art of the Renaissance"

synonyms: fine art, artwork, creative activity

"he studied art"

2.

the various branches of creative activity, such as painting, music, literature, and dance.

"the visual arts"

User JustSomeQuickGuy
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Options:

A. No, because art is subjective and it's up to each person to decide for him- or herself.

B. No, because the answer has not yet been discovered.

C. Yes. Denis Diderot defined it when he started to apply philosophy to critiquing.

D.Yes. Plato defined it in his Symposium.

The answer is option A "No, because art is subjective and it's up to each person to decide for him- or herself." There are many definitions of the word art. Art can be described in many ways, shapes, and forms. So no it would not be a single definition.

Hope this helps!

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