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noir

[nwɑr]

noir Definition

  • 1a genre of crime film or fiction characterized by cynicism, fatalism, and moral ambiguity
  • 2black in color

Using noir: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "noir" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The movie was a classic example of film noir.

  • Example

    She wore a noir dress to the party.

noir Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for noir

Phrases with noir

  • a genre of crime fiction that emphasizes the darker aspects of human nature and is marked by a bleak, pessimistic tone

    Example

    The author's latest book is a work of noir fiction.

  • a genre of crime film that emphasizes the darker aspects of human nature and is marked by a bleak, pessimistic tone

    Example

    The movie is a classic example of noir film.

  • a style characterized by dark colors, especially black, and a bleak, pessimistic tone

    Example

    The designer's new collection features a lot of noir style clothing.

Origins of noir

from French 'noir', meaning 'black'

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Summary: noir in Brief

'Noir' [nwɑr] refers to a genre of crime film or fiction characterized by cynicism, fatalism, and moral ambiguity. It can also mean black in color. Examples include 'The movie was a classic example of film noir.' 'Noir' extends into phrases like 'noir fiction,' and 'noir style,' denoting a bleak, pessimistic tone and dark colors.