Gothic
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Of or pertaining to a style of architecture with pointedarches, steep roofs, windows large in proportion to the wall spaces,and, generally, great height in proportion to the other dimensions --prevalent in Western Europe from about 1200 to 1475 a. d. See Illust.of Abacus, and Capital.
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(n.) 1. A word generally used in relation the the macabre or other darker elements.
2. A movement in literature that branched off of the individualist movement of the 1700's, usually revolving around the darker elements of human nature.
3. Jagged and spaciouis architecture, usually referenced by gothic cathedrals, in which vast open areas invoke feelings of belittlement.
4. A stereotype encompassing whiny, pissant teenagers craving attention. Usually identified by an immense use of black, vampires, blood, and anarchy symbols. -
mistaken for a bunch of troubled metal head teenagers who are obsessed with death and suicide. this is totally wrong and is just some stupid steriotype given to them by dumbasses such as townies. goths are normally just normal people who like to dress in their own kind of style, rather than the mundane crap we see everyday. goths are quite confident and are never afraid to laugh at themselves. goths normally have a open mind to alot of things instead of being closed mind twats who wont try anything else but what every1 else is doing
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1)Art of the middle-ages. Dark art.
2)Of, relating to, or having the characteristics of a style of architecture developed in northern France and spreading through western Europe from the middle of the 12th century to the early 16th century that is characterized by the converging of weights and strains at isolated points upon slender vertical piers and counterbalancing buttresses and by pointed arches and vaulting
3)Referal to the middle-ages.
4)Literature style mostly using dark, remote settings.
5)A genre of music steming from punk rock and became popular in the mid 1980's. Korn, Slipknot, Marilyn Manson and Tool are not gothic bands.
6)The language of the Goths.
Note: people cannot be gothic, gothic is not a state of mind, it is not a life style, it is not clothing.
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a style of architecture used in the middle ages, consisting of pointed towers, massive structures and heavy use of stone carving and gargoyles
a style of literature considered both dark and romantic and heavy on the drama (see wuthering
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Ok, so...
Alot of people are getting the wrong idea about what being gothic really means.
There are many ways to describe it.-
It's a type of music. Gothic rock usually contains a dark, yet somehow sweet sound. And, most goths I know (including myself) listen to all types of music. But, also like me prefer to listen to metal.
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I just have to point this out: Goth is NOT a religion.
Just because you're gothic, it doesn't mean you worship Satan and blah blah blah.
Even though most people involved in gothic culture are not believers of God, I do know Christian goths. -
There is also a style of dress that comes with gothic lifestyle. Yes, most goths do wear black. (Personally, I'm a HUGE fan of corsets and such...) But we do wear color too. Take cybergoths for examlpe. ^.^ You can catch them wearing the coolest outfits that include many neon colors and such. Different shades of purples, reds, blues, and even greens are popular among goths.
There is much more to be said...but I know some are probably bored at this moment...
Thanks, and enjoy.
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Pertaining not to devil-worship, but to a way of thinking before the Age
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I have to admit I've read all the gothic entry's and some of them are so out there is is unbelievable! And they are so different from eachother! Who is to say what is gothic and what is not? These are some notes I've gained watching gothic people and their friends (me).
- Gothic is a steriotype and it shouldn't be. Some gothic people worship false gods and the devil, but I know some who worship God and are christians. Just like all christians are different so are gothics.
- Gothic is not a religion. If gothic were a religion they would all be WORSHIPING the same thing! Get a clue!
- Gothics are nice people. Some people think gothics are weird and mean, but they're not.Yes some are, but aren't some jocks mean and class
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the best way of life, all the girls are hot, the guys have manners, and you can have fun doing anything.
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There is something horribly wrong with the way people view goths. Goths are not always doom and gloom. They are not always listening to screaming, miserable music. And, oh, did you know, some Goths even wear different colors other than black? Ever heard of Bauhaus or Siouxsie and the Banshees? They're considered goth bands.
The culture is so much different from what people make it out to be. Being goth is a way of expressing yourself to your liking. Just as some might wear letterman jackets and other clothes. They're normal people with different views. You can't lump them into some little group because a bunch of teenyboppers decided they were going to slit their wrists and write horrible poetry. That's just the same as saying all preps worship their boyfriends and say 'like' all of the time. It's stupid and it's full of prejudice. Granted, prejudice is what seems to make the world go around lately.. Doesn't mean you have to give in to that trend of throwing out vile and disgusting words at something you don't understand.
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Gloomy, dark, dreary. 12th century era gothic architecture included pointed buildings and large stained glass windows. The novel Dracula is an example of gothic literature. The [Castlevania] series are gothic videogames.
Gothic literature, architecture, and occasionally games are cool. Poser goths who try to follow trends by buying crap from hot topic are not. Not to be confused with emo, which is a step even further down than this..which sometimes is hard to believe. -
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of or like a style of building that was common in Europe between the 12th and 16th centuries and whose characteristics are pointed arches and windows, high ceilings, and tall, thin columns:
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