Illustrated Jean-Honore Fragonard scene — AI-generated artwork behind this artist's word search puzzle
Jean-Honore Fragonard, as a word search. 12 words drawn from famous works, materials, and the movement they belong to sit hidden in a 15×15 letter grid, running in every direction. Drag across a word to claim it, and clear the board to finish.
Words to find: ESCARPOLLETTE, BOLT, BATHERS, LOVELETTER, SURPRISE, PASTORAL, FETE, INSPIRATION, GALATEA, MUSIC, READING, KISS.
Diagonals are where most players stall. Once you are down to the last word or two, sweep the diagonals deliberately.
Jean-Honore Fragonard word list, defined
BOLT/bəʊlt/ · noun
A metal pin or fastener, typically with a threaded shaft, used to hold parts together; also a short arrow shot from a crossbow. Related: fastener, pin, screw, rivet.
BATHERS/ˈbeɪðərz/ · noun
"Bathers" is a chiefly Australian and New Zealand term for a swimsuit or swimming costume worn for bathing in the sea or a pool. It can also refer, more generally, to people who are bathing. Related: swimsuit, swimming costume, togs, cossie.
SURPRISE/sərˈpraɪz/ · noun, verb
A feeling of sudden wonder or astonishment, typically because of something unexpected. To cause someone to feel surprised. Related: astonish, amaze, startle, stun.
PASTORAL/ˈpæstɔːrəl/ · adjective
Relating to shepherds or sheep; relating to the countryside or rural life; having a peaceful and idyllic quality. Related: rural, countryside, idyllic, serene.
FETE/feɪt/ · noun, verb
A fete is a public festival or celebration, typically an outdoor event with entertainment, stalls, and refreshments, often held to raise money for charity. As a verb, it means to celebrate or honour someone lavishly. Related: festival, gala, carnival, celebration.
INSPIRATION/ɪnˈspɪrəʃən/ · noun
A feeling or idea that inspires someone to do something, or a person or thing that inspires someone. A creative impulse or idea. Related: motivation, stimulus, encouragement, incentive.
GALATEA/ˌɡæləˈtiːə/ · noun
In classical mythology, Galatea is a sea-nymph beloved by the Cyclops Polyphemus, and in later artistic tradition the statue of ivory carved by Pygmalion that was brought to life. As an ordinary lowercase word, "galatea" also denotes a strong, glossy cotton fabric, often striped, used especially for sportswear.
MUSIC/mjuːzɪk/ · noun
The art of arranging sounds in a sequence that is aesthetically pleasing and expressive, typically through melody, harmony, and rhythm. Music can be heard in various forms, including classical, jazz, rock, and pop. Related: sound, melody, harmony, rhythm.
READING/ˈriːdɪŋ/ · noun, verb
The act of interpreting written or printed matter, or the ability to do so. The act of reading something, such as a book or a text. Related: studying, perusing, browsing, skimming.
KISS/kɪs/ · noun, verb
A kiss is a gentle touching of lips, typically as a greeting or expression of affection. To kiss someone or something is to touch one's lips to it. Related: caress, smooch, buss, peck.