Hazlitt
Definition
- Proper noun:
- A person's name: "Hazlitt" refers to William Hazlitt, a prominent English essayist and literary critic who lived from 1778 to 1830. He is known for his insightful and influential writings on literature, art, drama, and philosophy.
Usage Examples
- Proper noun:
- We studied an essay by Hazlitt in our Romantic literature class.
- Hazlitt's criticism of Shakespeare is still widely read today.
Advanced Usage
- "Hazlittian" (adjective): Characteristic of or resembling the style, ideas, or critical approach of William Hazlitt.
- The reviewer's sharp, personal prose was distinctly Hazlittian.
Variants and Related Words
- Hazlittian (adj): Pertaining to William Hazlitt or his style of writing.
- His essays have a Hazlittian clarity and force.
Synonyms
- Essayist: A writer of essays.
- Critic: A person who judges the merits of literary or artistic works.
Related Phrases
- In the tradition of Hazlitt: Describing literary criticism or essays that follow the personal, vigorous, and perceptive style associated with William Hazlitt.
- His work is firmly in the tradition of Hazlitt.
Noun
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English essayist and literary critic (1778-1830)
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