Definition

Proper noun: - William Blake: A visionary British poet, painter, and printmaker who lived from 1757 to 1827. He is renowned for his symbolic and mystical works that combine poetry and visual art.

Usage Examples

• Proper noun:
  • The poetry of William Blake often explores themes of imagination, spirituality, and social injustice.
  • The museum is hosting an exhibition of William Blake's illuminated books.
  • "The Tyger" is one of the most famous poems by William Blake.

Advanced Usage

• "Blakean" (adjective): Characteristic of or resembling the works, ideas, or mystical style of William Blake.
  • The film's visual symbolism had a distinctly Blakean quality.

Variants and Related Words

• Blakean (adj): Pertaining to William Blake or his artistic and philosophical style.

Synonyms

• The Bard of Albion (a poetic epithet for Blake).
• Visionary poet (describing his characteristic style).

Related Idioms and Phrases

• "To see a world in a grain of sand...": A famous line from Blake's poem "Auguries of Innocence," often used to symbolize the idea of finding vast meaning in small things.
  • His detailed analysis of the single cell reminded me of Blake's line about seeing a world in a grain of sand.

Noun

1. visionary British poet and painter (1757-1827)