Abraham Lincoln

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Definition
  1. Proper noun:
    • Abraham Lincoln: The 16th President of the United States of America, serving from 1861 until his assassination in 1865. He is primarily known for leading the nation through the American Civil War, preserving the Union, and issuing the Emancipation Proclamation, which began the process of freeing enslaved people.
Usage Examples
  • Proper noun:
    • Abraham Lincoln is often ranked among the greatest U.S. presidents.
    • The biography detailed the life and legacy of Abraham Lincoln.
    • Abraham Lincoln delivered the Gettysburg Address in 1863.
Advanced Usage
  • "Lincoln-esque": (adjective) Having qualities reminiscent of Abraham Lincoln, such as honesty, wisdom, or leadership during crisis.
    • The senator's speech was praised for its Lincoln-esque gravity and moral clarity.
  • "In the shadow of Lincoln": A phrase used to describe a situation where someone or something is compared to, or must live up to, the immense legacy of Abraham Lincoln.
    • Many subsequent presidents have governed in the shadow of Lincoln.
Variants and Related Words
  • Lincoln (noun): A common shortened form or reference to Abraham Lincoln.
    • The monument features a giant statue of Lincoln.
  • The Lincoln Memorial (proper noun): A national monument in Washington, D.C., built to honor Abraham Lincoln.
Synonyms
  • The Great Emancipator: A historical epithet for Abraham Lincoln.
  • Honest Abe: A common nickname reflecting his reputation for integrity.
Related Phrases
  • "Government of the people, by the people, for the people": A famous phrase from Lincoln's Gettysburg Address, defining democracy.
  • "A house divided against itself cannot stand": A famous quotation by Lincoln from an 1858 speech, referring to the nation's division over slavery.
Noun
  1. 16th President of the United States; saved the Union during the American Civil War and emancipated the slaves; was assassinated by Booth (1809-1865)

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