Washington Irving
Definition
- Proper noun:
- An American author: Washington Irving was a 19th-century American writer, essayist, biographer, and historian. He is best known for his short stories and is considered one of the first American authors to achieve significant international fame.
Usage Examples
- Proper noun:
- We studied the works of Washington Irving in our American literature class.
- "The Legend of Sleepy Hollow" is a famous short story by Washington Irving.
- Washington Irving's writing often combined humor and folklore.
Advanced Usage
- Referring to his literary style or influence: His name can be used to denote a particular style of early American romanticism and whimsical storytelling.
- The tale had a distinctly Washington Irving-esque charm, blending history with ghostly legend.
Variants and Related Words
- Irvingian (adj): Pertaining to or characteristic of Washington Irving or his works (a less common scholarly term).
- The story's Irvingian elements were evident in its pastoral descriptions and gentle satire.
Synonyms
- Author: writer, man of letters, literary figure.
- Specifically: the first American man of letters, a pioneer of American fiction.
Related Phrases
- The American Goldsmith: A contemporary nickname for Irving, comparing him to the English writer Oliver Goldsmith, known for his charming and elegant style.
- Praised as the American Goldsmith, Washington Irving brought a new sophistication to American prose.
Noun
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United States writer remembered for his stories (1783-1859)
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