Which of these statements about the term “Baroque” is CORRECT?

Question

The term “Baroque” literally translates to “beautiful” or “attractive” in the French language and is still used today.
The term “Baroque” was originally used in a derogatory way as it meant “irregular, contorted, and grotesque.”
In some cases, the term “Baroque” is also used to note very plain artwork without necessarily noting that an item is from the Baroque period.
People used the term “Baroque” to point out the lack of detail and ornamentation in an artwork.

Answer 1

The correct statement is: The term “Baroque” was originally used in a derogatory way as it meant “irregular, contorted, and grotesque.”