Welcome to Neo Faux Conceptualism, where the playful distortion of systems reveals the deeper truths of our world. Here, absurdity meets sincerity, and creativity becomes a tool for subversion. Dive into the movement’s manifesto to understand how we challenge societal norms through art, language, and thought. Explore our evolving linguistic landscape, where new words are created to reshape how we perceive reality, and visit our dictionary to see how language can break free from traditional boundaries. Join us in reimagining the systems that govern culture, connection, and perception.
Lexicon Spotlight
Neuroemergent
noun
The state or condition in which new patterns of cognition, perception, or behavior arise in response to complex, dynamic environments. It refers to the emergence of novel mental frameworks or processes that adapt to changing stimuli, often resulting in heightened awareness or creative insights.
Etymology & Example
Etymology:
Derived from “neuro” (relating to the nervous system or brain) and “emergent” (arising unexpectedly or developing from complex systems).
Example Sentence:
Her neuroemergent tendencies allowed her to navigate the chaotic situation with unique and innovative solutions.
Artsonist
noun
An individual who deliberately disrupts or challenges traditional or mainstream artistic norms, practices, or institutions, often with the intent to ignite transformation or provoke thought. This person metaphorically “sets fire” to conventional art forms to inspire radical creativity or rebellion against artistic conformity.
Etymology & Example
Etymology:
A blend of art and arsonist, suggesting someone who metaphorically “sets fire” to established artistic practices.
Example Sentence:
The artsonist’s latest installation shocked the gallery audience, dismantling conventional structures and urging viewers to question the boundaries of modern art.
Hegemania
noun
An obsessive preoccupation with dominance or control, often manifesting as a compulsive drive to establish superiority in cultural, intellectual, or social spheres. Unlike simple hegemony, which denotes influence or leadership, hegemania describes the feverish, almost pathological pursuit of it, where the act of controlling outweighs the value of what is controlled.
Etymology & Example
Etymology:
From hegemony (leadership, dominance) + -mania (obsessive enthusiasm or compulsion).
Example Sentence:
Esterhuizen’s constant need to redefine movements under his own terms revealed a subtle hegemania, an urge less about creation and more about ownership of narrative.