Benjamin Disraeli
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Definition
- Proper noun:
- A British statesman and Prime Minister: Benjamin Disraeli was a 19th-century British politician who served as Prime Minister. He is historically noted for significant imperial and foreign policy actions, including securing British control of the Suez Canal and conferring the title of Empress of India upon Queen Victoria.
Examples of Usage
- Proper noun:
- Benjamin Disraeli was a key rival of William Gladstone.
- The policies of Benjamin Disraeli helped shape the British Empire.
Advanced Usage
- "Disraelian" (adjective): Pertaining to or characteristic of Benjamin Disraeli or his policies.
- The politician's speech had a distinctly Disraelian flavor, emphasizing social reform and imperial pride.
Variants and Related Words
- Disraeli: A common shortened form of the full name.
- Disraeli's novels are also studied for their political insights.
- Earl of Beaconsfield: The title of nobility Benjamin Disraeli was granted.
- Upon his retirement, he was made the Earl of Beaconsfield.
Synonyms
- Statesman: A skilled, experienced, and respected political leader.
- Prime Minister: The head of an elected government; the principal minister of a sovereign or state.
Related Phrases
- "One-nation conservatism": A political philosophy associated with Disraeli, emphasizing social obligation and cohesion.
- His advocacy for one-nation conservatism sought to bridge the gap between the rich and the poor.
Related Idioms
- "Climbing the greasy pole": A phrase popularized by Disraeli to describe the difficult struggle to reach the top in politics.
- He often spoke of his own career as a long climb up the greasy pole.
Noun
- British statesman who as Prime Minister bought controlling interest in the Suez Canal and made Queen Victoria the empress of India (1804-1881)