skeuomorphism

== English == === Alternative forms === skiamorphism === Etymology === From Ancient Greek σκεῦος (skeûos, “implement”) + -morphism, or skeuomorph +‎ -ism. === Noun === skeuomorphism (countable and uncountable, plural skeuomorphisms) The incorporation of obsolete or skeuomorphic elements into a design, for familiarity or out of tradition, even though they no longer serve any functional purpose. (graphical user interface) A user interface style characterized by ornate use of photorealistic textures, shadows, and often glossy highlights, mimicking a three-dimensional render. Antonym: flat design ==== Derived terms ==== ==== Translations ====