Fauve

5 lettersnoun

Updated February 2026

Definition

A painter belonging to Fauvism, using bold colours and simplified forms.

“Matisse was the leading fauve of the early twentieth century.”

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"Fauve" contains 5 unique letters. It includes common vowels which helps with elimination.

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