Gore Vidal
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Definition
Proper noun: - Gore Vidal: An American writer, novelist, essayist, playwright, and public intellectual, born on October 3, 1925, and known for his polished prose, historical narratives, and sharp political and social commentary.
Usage Examples
- Proper noun:
- The essays of Gore Vidal are celebrated for their wit and erudition.
- In his novel Julian, Gore Vidal reimagined the life of the Roman emperor.
- The critic argued that Gore Vidal was one of the most astute observers of American politics.
Advanced Usage
- As a modifier: The name can function attributively to describe works or characteristics associated with him.
- That is a quintessentially Gore Vidal turn of phrase—acerbic and elegant.
- The film adaptation captured the Gore Vidal spirit of the novel.
Variants and Related Words
- Vidalian (adj): Pertaining to or characteristic of Gore Vidal or his works.
- The article was written in a Vidalian style, full of historical parallels and irony.
Synonyms
- Author
- Novelist
- Essayist
- Public intellectual
Related Phrases
- In the vein of Gore Vidal: In a style reminiscent of Gore Vidal's writing.
- The political satire was written in the vein of Gore Vidal.
Noun
- United States writer (born in 1925)