Art Definition & Meaning

art
noun
  1. the products of human creativity; works of art collectively; "an art exhibition"; "a fine collection of art"
  2. the creation of beautiful or significant things; "art does not need to be innovative to be good"; "I was never any good at art"; "he said that architecture is the art of wasting space beautifully"
  3. a superior skill that you can learn by study and practice and observation; "the art of conversation"; "it's quite an art"
  4. photographs or other visual representations in a printed publication; "the publisher was responsible for all the artwork in the book"

"Art" in song lyrics

See how art is used in real songs:

  • "The commodore, not your average stud, said he rhyming art"
    1.4.0. Productions f/ Clocka, Lighter Shade, Othorized F.A.M. — New York
  • "A lot of y'all ain't doing it right and disrespecting the art"
    The 49ers — Music
  • "But you're scrambling like a sucker rearranging your art"
    The 49ers — Puppets

Usage tips for "art"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "art" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for art to find words that pair well.

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