Definition

Proper noun: * Oscar Fingal O'Flahertie Wills Wilde: The full name of a renowned Irish writer, poet, and playwright, known for his wit, flamboyant style, and contributions to late Victorian literature. He is commonly referred to simply as Oscar Wilde.

Usage Examples

• Proper noun:
  • The playwright Oscar Fingal O'Flahertie Wills Wilde was born in Dublin.
  • Many of the witty epigrams we quote today are attributed to Oscar Wilde.
  • "The Importance of Being Earnest" is a famous play by Oscar Wilde.

Advanced Usage

• The full name Oscar Fingal O'Flahertie Wills Wilde is typically used in formal biographical or academic contexts to refer to the complete identity of the author. In most general usage, the shortened form "Oscar Wilde" is standard.

Variants and Related Words

• Wildean (adj): Characteristic of or resembling the style, wit, or ideas of Oscar Wilde.
  • The dialogue in that comedy was delightfully Wildean.
• Oscar Wilde (n): The common, shortened form of the name.

Synonyms

• The Irish writer
• The author of "The Picture of Dorian Gray"

Related Idioms and Phrases

• To have a Wildean wit: To possess a sharp, clever, and often paradoxical sense of humor reminiscent of Oscar Wilde's.
  • The critic was feared for his Wildean wit.

Noun

1. Irish writer and wit (1854-1900)