Alexis de Tocqueville

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Definition

Proper noun: - Alexis de Tocqueville: A 19th-century French political thinker, historian, and writer, renowned for his analytical works on democracy, society, and the political institutions of the United States.

Usage
  • Alexis de Tocqueville is used to refer to the historical figure, his ideas, or his written works.
    • In his book "Democracy in America," Alexis de Tocqueville examined the strengths and potential dangers of democratic society.
    • Many political scientists still study the observations of Alexis de Tocqueville.
Advanced Usage
  • Tocquevillian (adjective): Pertaining to or characteristic of the ideas of Alexis de Tocqueville.
    • The scholar offered a Tocquevillian analysis of modern civil society.
Variants and Related Words
  • Tocqueville: A common shortened reference to Alexis de Tocqueville.
    • Tocqueville's insights remain relevant today.
Synonyms
  • French political philosopher
  • Author of "Democracy in America"
  • Historian of American democracy
Related Phrases
  • "Tocqueville effect": A social phenomenon where as social conditions improve, social frustrations may increase because of rising expectations.
    • The recent protests could be explained, in part, by the Tocqueville effect.
Noun
  1. French political writer noted for his analysis of American institutions (1805-1859)

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