Campbell
Definition
- Proper noun:
- A surname of Scottish and Irish origin: "Campbell" is primarily used as a family name.
- Joseph Campbell (1904-1987): An American mythologist, writer, and lecturer, best known for his work in comparative mythology and religion, particularly his concept of the "monomyth" or "the hero's journey."
Usage Examples
Proper noun (Surname):
- The new CEO is named Ms. Campbell.
- Many Campbells emigrated from Scotland to North America.
Proper noun (Referring to Joseph Campbell):
- Campbell's theories have influenced many writers and filmmakers.
- We studied Campbell's "The Hero with a Thousand Faces" in my literature class.
Advanced Usage
- "Campbellian": (adjective) Relating to or characteristic of the ideas or works of Joseph Campbell.
- The film's plot follows a Campbellian structure of departure, initiation, and return.
Variants and Related Words
- Campbellite: (noun, historical) A member of the Disciples of Christ, a Christian movement founded in the early 19th century by Thomas and Alexander Campbell. (Note: This is a distinct, specific religious reference separate from the surname or Joseph Campbell).
Synonyms
- Mythologist (when specifically referring to Joseph Campbell's profession).
Related Phrases and Idioms
- The Campbell Soup Company: A major American food company, often informally referred to as "Campbell's." This is a distinct proper noun derived from the surname of its founder, Joseph A. Campbell.
- I had a bowl of Campbell's chicken noodle soup for lunch.
Noun
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United States mythologist (1904-1987)
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